BRUSSELS, 22nd August, 2024 (WAM) -- The EU has released an additional €122 million for humanitarian assistance in the Greater Horn of Africa, as the region continues to face the impact of conflicts and climate-related disasters such as drought and floods.
In a statement, the European Commission said that the funding will help address the most urgent needs of vulnerable populations, notably with food and nutrition assistance, but also with other services to meet basic needs, such as water and sanitation in locations at high risk of disease outbreaks.
In particular, the funding will be dedicated to partners working in Ethiopia (€42 million), Somalia (€40 million) and South Sudan (€40 million).
This additional funding brings the total EU aid to the Greater Horn of Africa to more than €421 million so far this year, including a reinforcement of over €56 million mobilised in April in response to the consequences of the crisis in Sudan.