Church leaders warn of worsening drought situation in eastern Africa, as agencies prepare response
[World Council of Churches] Bishop Daniel Qampicha Wario of the Anglican Diocese of Marsabit in Kenya said urgent humanitarian support was needed, as the usual rains have failed, leaving the people without water and food, and livestock without pasture.
According to the bishop, there have occasionally been some small showers, but these were not sufficient to put water in the ponds or even cause the growth of vegetation.
“Right now, there are serious water shortages, borehole breakdowns, and there’s no food,” Wario said. “Earlier, the people had a lot of expectations, planting their farms but everything has now dried up.”
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