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Background
In 2022, Somalia experienced an unprecedented drought that surpassed previous droughts in terms of duration and severity, including the ones in 2010/11 and 2016/17. The country faced the failure of four consecutive rainy seasons, a climatic event not witnessed in at least 40 years. The Deyr season, which typically occurs between October and December, was projected to underperform with some regions that historically receive rains in early October facing delays in rainfall. As a result of the prolonged drought and the underperforming rainy season, humanitarian needs continued to escalate well into 2023. Recognizing the severity of the situation READO, along with support from various donors and partners, undertook life-saving initiatives in critical sectors such as WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Health, Food Security, and Protection reaching over 70,000 individuals and providing them with essential assistance and support.