Over 72,000 people in Abergelle district need urgent food aid

The Agricultural Development Office of Abergelle district in the Wag Hemra Zone reports that over 72,000 residents out of a total population of 80,874 are in urgent need of food assistance due to severe drought caused by El Niño. More than 90% of the crops planted on 17,941 hectares have failed to produce a harvest.

The drought has also caused significant losses in livestock, with reports indicating the death of over 27,717 sheep and goats, along with thousands of other cattle and poultry. Over 1,500 residents have been forced to abandon their homes due to the crisis. Local officials and residents are appealing for immediate food aid, animal feed, and medical supplies to address the dire situation.