A complex humanitarian situation persists due to severe drought and economic decline. The effects of drought are compounded by deteriorating infrastructure and pressure on basic services. Recent rainfall and flooding have not reversed the cumulative impacts of below-average rainfall and underinvestment in water infrastructure.
Consecutive years of drought have depleted groundwater reserves. The situation remains highly challenging, with climate-related hazards increasing. Further details are available from the source, which provides an operational update on the situation.
The update covers the period since August 2025, when the operation was launched. It notes that while some areas experienced improved rainfall, the overall situation remains dire.
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