UN report: 64.8 million in Horn of Africa face food insecurity amid climate, conflict issues.

Report from the UN and IGAD shows 64.8 million people in the Horn of Africa face food insecurity, a slight drop from 65 million in October due to better rainfall. Factors causing this crisis include extreme weather, climate change, conflicts, and political unrest. Over 29 million displaced people further strain resources. The UN estimates $9.8 billion is needed to tackle the humanitarian crisis.

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