Among the calls to Radio Ergo’s independent audience feedback platform in the week 6-12 August 2026, many people reported the worsening effects of continued drought with livestock losses, food and water shortages, and livestock diseases. The majority of these calls came from central parts of the country. Other callers in scattered locations in southern regions spoke of rainfall and beneficial conditions for farmers and herders. Lack of jobs and high prices concerned several callers. There was also considerable interest shown in the climatic variations, with some callers asking for more information on weather forecasts and flood risks.
Read the full report and analysis of feedback from communities across Somalia
