The joint assessment also revealed that households are going to desperate measures to make up for funding cuts. Funding repercussionsFunding cuts have forced refugees to rely on an ever-finite supply of food, which increases the likelihood of resource-based conflicts. Taking actionMore resources must be mobilized to meet immediate food demands, and smart investments should be taken to prioritize sustainable farming. Support neededThe agencies have established an effective system to identify the food assistance needs of refugees through biometric verification, accountability mechanisms and programmes to grant monthly food and cash assistance. The trio called on all partners to strengthen efforts to address their immediate and long-term food needs in line with international commitments.

Source: Ethiopian News August 10, 2022 15:49 UTC