Climate Disasters Displace Millions in Somalia, Hunger Triples Over Decade

Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-Water-related disasters forced nearly eight million displacements in ten of the world’s hardest-hit countries last year, with Somalia experiencing a staggering rise in both displacement and hunger. According to Oxfam’s report released on World Refugee Day, climate-driven events in Somalia have increased from two in 2013 to 223 in 2023, causing massive human and economic losses.

In Somalia alone, continuous temperature rises have led to frequent and prolonged droughts, followed by devastating floods and cyclones. The report highlights that despite contributing less than 0.03% to global carbon emissions, Somalia faces billions of dollars in damage due to these recurring disasters. The number of people suffering from acute hunger in the country has nearly tripled over the past decade, soaring from 14 million in 2013 to over 55 million in 2023.