Long term future of Somalia in debate, but violence, disease and hunger still a daily reality for local communities

15 relief agencies warn humanitarian needs in Somalia must not be ignored as over 2 million still in dire need of assistance

28th of May, 2012: 15 relief agencies working to save lives and provide vital basic services in Somalia are calling on the international community to maintain their support for humanitarian needs in the country. Agencies are fearful that a political vision for Somalia’s future development may come at the cost of lifesaving interventions for communities still caught up in the country’s conflict and only just recovering from the devastating effects of last year’s food crisis and famine. Agencies are calling for an approach that balances the immediate needs and basic rights of communities in cris20is, whilst ensuring appropriate long term planning for a stable and peaceful future for Somalia. [...]

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