Dry conditions are a concern in several regions. A drought has been declared in parts of Ethiopia and southern South Sudan due to severe rainfall deficits. Abnormal dryness is also affecting other areas, including parts of Chad.

El Niño is currently strengthening, which may exacerbate these conditions. Further information on the situation is available from the Global Weather Hazards Summary. Details on the extent of the dryness and its impact are provided in the summary, which also notes the persistence of inundation in certain areas.