WHO Regional Office For Africa
Press Release
New analysis by the World Health Organization (WHO) has found that
the number of reported disease outbreaks and climate-related health emergencies
in the greater Horn Africa have reached their highest-ever level this century,
deepening a health crisis in a region where 47 million people are already
facing acute hunger. Most parts of the region are battling the worst drought in
at least 40 years, with an unprecedented fifth rainy season failure now
anticipated, while other parts face flooding and conflict.
