Save the Children has warned that Somalia is facing a worsening humanitarian crisis driven by drought, rising hunger, and a sharp decline in international aid. A new report highlights that the collapse of funding in 2025 could lead to outcomes similar to the 2011 famine, which killed over 260,000 people.
The organization reports that over 6 million Somalis are currently facing acute food insecurity, with children particularly vulnerable to malnutrition and disease. The drought has devastated crops and livestock, forcing families to abandon their homes in search of water and food.
International aid to Somalia has dropped significantly in 2025, with many donor countries redirecting funds to other global crises. This funding gap has forced humanitarian agencies to scale back critical programs, including food distribution, health services, and water supply.
Save the Children is calling for urgent international action to prevent a full-scale disaster. The agency emphasizes that without immediate funding, the situation could rapidly deteriorate, leading to widespread hunger and loss of life.
