VOICED : Ethiopia 30 years on from famine and Live Aid

The video explores the transformation of Tigre, Ethiopia, from a region devastated by the 1984-85 famine to a thriving area with bustling markets and significant agricultural development. It highlights the impact of the famine, the government's response with early warning systems and grain reserves, and ambitious irrigation projects that have quadrupled agricultural production. The Ethiopian government aims to achieve middle-income status by 2025, with Tigre's transformation serving as a testament to the country's progress.

What was a significant challenge faced by the people of Tigre during the 1984-85 famine?

• Lack of access to education

• Inadequate healthcare facilities

• Unavailability of clean water

• People dying on the streets without knowing the cause

What system has Ethiopia developed to combat hunger?

• A new healthcare system

• An early warning system for identifying areas at risk of hunger

• A transportation network

• A new educational curriculum

How much grain reserve does Ethiopia currently have?

• 200,000 tons

• 300,000 tons

• 400,000 tons

• 500,000 tons

What has been the impact of irrigation projects in Tigre?

• Quadrupling of agricultural production

• Doubling of agricultural production

• No significant change

• Decrease in agricultural production

What is Ethiopia's goal for 2025?

• To double its population

• To achieve middle-income status

• To eliminate poverty completely

• To become a high-income country