CLEAN: WFP considers returning to rebel-held Somali regions

The World Food Programme (WFP) prioritizes Africa, focusing on emergency hunger relief in Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Djibouti, and Uganda. Over 11 million people need food assistance, with high malnutrition rates among Somali refugees, especially children. Somalia is a particularly dangerous area for operations. Concerns arise as some individuals are too weak to reach aid camps. An assessment of the population's status is planned. The transcript concludes with an introduction and apology to a group.

Which countries are currently the focus of WFP's emergency operations in Africa?

• Egypt, Morocco, and Algeria

• Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa

• Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Djibouti, and Uganda

• Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe

What is a significant concern regarding the refugees from Somalia?

• Lack of educational facilities

• Inadequate housing conditions

• High malnutrition rates, especially among children

• Limited access to clean water

Why is Southern Somalia considered particularly challenging for WFP operations?

• It is geographically isolated

• It has a large population

• It has a harsh climate

• It is an extremely risky and dangerous environment

What is a major concern about the people in Somalia according to the speaker?

• They lack educational opportunities

• They are facing political instability

• They are too weak to reach aid camps

• They are unable to find employment

What does the speaker hope to achieve during their trip?

• To establish new food distribution centers

• To recruit more volunteers

• To assess the strength and status of the population

• To negotiate with local governments