Al Jazeera English published this video item, entitled “Should famine be declared in Somalia? | Inside Story” – below is their description.
For months, the UN and aid workers have warned that Somalia faces famine; with some saying the conditions are worse than during the 2011 crisis.
However, no one has made an official declaration.
7.1 million people face immediate danger because there is not enough food.
So what is preventing an official famine announcement?
And would it make a difference on the ground?
Presenter: Nastasya Tay
Guests:
Guhad Adan – Research Associate, London School of Economics
Afyare Elmi – Executive Director, Heritage Institute for Policy Studies
Hodan Ali – Adviser to Mayor of Mogadishu
Al Jazeera English YouTube Channel
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