CLEAN : In Ethiopia, Somali nomads continue to face devastating droughts

The video discusses the severe drought in southeastern Ethiopia, particularly in the Somali region, which has led to the death of millions of livestock and severely impacted the livelihoods of herders. The lack of rain for multiple seasons has made recovery difficult, forcing some to leave their villages for work in cities. Families face tough choices between caring for children and livestock. The drought has exacerbated food insecurity, with over 5.5 million Ethiopians affected. Humanitarian organizations like Save the Children are working to provide aid, especially to malnourished children and overwhelmed mothers.

What has been the primary cause of livestock deaths in the Somali region of Ethiopia?

• Wildfires

• Flooding

• Disease outbreak

• Drought

How have the alternating dry and rainy seasons affected the herders' way of life?

• They have improved agricultural productivity.

• They have made it easier to find water.

• They have disrupted the traditional rhythm of life.

• They have led to an increase in livestock numbers.

What is one of the main reasons some people have left their villages in the Somali region?

• To join the military

• To find work in the city

• To pursue higher education

• To escape flooding

What additional crisis is exacerbating the humanitarian situation in Ethiopia?

• A locust invasion

• An earthquake

• The Tigray conflict

• A volcanic eruption

What type of support is Save the Children providing to malnourished children in the Somali region?

• Educational materials

• Nutritional pastes and powdered milk

• Shelter and clothing

• Vaccinations