East Africa faces worst hunger crisis in decades
By DW
01 April 2022 |
12:58 pm
Millions of people in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia face starvation due to delayed rains and a lackluster growing season. Aid organizations warn of a "catastrophe" if urgent action isn't taken.
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