A recent country brief reports on the conclusion of the 2025-2026 lean season response. The effort reached 537,635 people and consisted of six cycles. The first national drought monitoring bulletin was issued, projecting a strong El Niño and highlighting increased risks for the upcoming season.

This emphasizes the need for early action and sustained investment in areas like climate-resilient food systems. Further details on the response and projections are available, including the need for immediate resource mobilization to ensure operational readiness for upcoming emergency responses, with a specific funding requirement of USD 44.1 million.