The Greater Horn of Africa region is facing multiple and overlapping humanitarian crises with more than 50 million people in urgent need of food assistance. To help, the Commission will provide some €331 million in humanitarian aid primarily targeting food insecurity as well as addressing the needs of displaced persons and refugees, disaster preparedness, and education in emergencies.
The funding will support humanitarian projects in Djibouti (€ 500 000), Ethiopia (€60.5 million), Kenya (€12.5 million), Somalia (€72 million), South Sudan (€82 million), Sudan (€73 million) and Uganda (€30 million).
Of the total funds allocated to the Greater Horn of Africa, around €8 million will be dedicated to disaster preparedness. Other priorities across the region include the protection of civilians and the fight against gender-based violence, food security and nutrition, and the education of children caught up in emergencies.
The urgent needs of refugees and displaced persons will also be prioritized. Particular emphasis will also be placed on promoting respect for International Humanitarian Law.