Horn of Africa

In Ethiopia, Hunger Lurks as Rain Begins to Fall on a Drought-Stricken Land

Drought in regions across Ethiopia has left millions of people hungry and in need of emergency assistance.

	Coffee growers earn a better price, protect the environment Oxfam America invests in eco-friendly coffee processing, and helps farmers grow a world-class crop.
	Drought in Ethiopia Brings Hardship Livestock herders and the animals they depend on for survival are suffering through a dry spell.
	Pasture Pressure Erratic rains and encroaching bush limits grasslands for herders in southern Ethiopia.
	Building a Better Well Steady supply of water in rehabilitated well brings joy to a community in southern Ethiopia.
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WHAT OXFAM IS DOING

Finding Long-Term Solutions to Poverty

Building Peace in Ethiopia

Saving Lives in Ethiopia

EMERGENCIES

Responding to the Crisis in Darfur, Sudan

Drought in Ethiopia
In Borena, spring rains have not fallen as expected, and the area is now suffering from a shortage of water and good pasture for cattle.

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