FSNAU In Focus
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Climate Data Update, August 2010
September 15, 2010Read More ....
During the month of August, observed rainfall data from weather stations in Somalia and FSNAU field reports indicate that significant rainfall was received in northwestern regions and parts of southern regions. Borama and Hargeisa in the North recorded 108 mm and 40 mm of rainfall respectively while Marere in the South received 75 mm, which is within normal for the month of August (Map 1). Sunny and dry conditions with minimal rainfall persisted over most places in the central... -
FSNAU Post Gu 10 Special Brief, September 2010
September 6, 2010Read More ....
The findings of the FSNAU, FEWSNET and partners’ post Gu 2010 seasonal assessment confirm that the number of people in need of humanitarian assistance in Somalia dropped by 25 percent in the first half of 2010. However, about 27% of the total population or an estimated 2 million people still remain in need of emergency humanitarian assistance and/or livelihood support until the end of 2010. The assessment results indicate that improved crop and livestock production, due to favourable seasonal... -
Somalia Humanitarian Crisis Eases but 2 million Somalis Still Need Aid
August 23, 2010Read More ....
23 August 2010, Nairobi - The number of people needing humanitarian assistance in Somalia has dropped by 25 percent to 2 million in the last six months, easing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, according to a UN study published today. But the report, by the Nairobi-based Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit (FSNAU) of the UN’s Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) with FEWSNET, warned that though Somalia received above average rains,... -
GU 2010 Seasonal Climate Update
August 18, 2010Read More ....
Rainfall: The Gu seasonal rains were generally very good and above average in most areas of Somalia with exception of several coastal areas in central and northeast, as well as parts of Sanaag region. This is according to analysis based on remote sensing rainfall estimates (RFE) which was confirmed using SWALIM rain gauge data. The Gu season, which normally starts in April to June, started unusually early this year in most parts of Somalia with... -
Market Data Update, June 2010
July 20, 2010Read More ....
FSNAU is pleased to announce the release of the New Monthly Market Data Update, which is produced in collaboration with FEWS NET Somalia. This new edition contains eight pages of country and region specific seasonal and long term trends for market price graphs and tables for a number of commodities. The market price data is collected weekly with average monthly values calculated from 39 main markets throughout Somalia covering the period of 1995 -2009.... -
Food Security and Nutrition Quarterly Brief - Focus on Gu Season Early Warning
June 18, 2010Read More ....
The overall food security situation outlook is favourable for most livelihoods of Somalia, as a result of good Gu rainfall performance. The average to above average rains received in most parts of the country considerably improved pasture and water conditions in pastoral areas and contributed to average crop performance. As a result, livestock conditions have improved across the country, while cereal production is expected to be average to above average in main cereal producing areas.... -
Post Gu 2010 Assessment Overall Timeline and Plan
June 15, 2010Read More ....
The FSNAU is pleased to present its Post Gu 2010 Assessment timeline and plan for your information. To download the document, click here (PDF, 142KB). -
Somalia Micro-Nutrient Study
May 6, 2010Read More ....
FSNAU is delighted to announce the launch the results of the Somalia, National Micronutrient and Malnutrition Study on Thurs May 6th 11-12pm in the FSNAU conference room in Nairobi. This study was conducted in collaboration with UNICEF, WHO, WFP and under the technical leadership of The Institute of Child Health, University of London and is the first of its kind ever to be conducted in Somalia. The objectives of the study were primarily to determine the public health... -
Nutrition Update, March-April 2010
May 5, 2010Read More ....
In March 2010, FSNAU began the Gu cycle (March to July) of nutrition surveys and conducted one representative assessment in the Togdheer Agropastoralist population. This was a repeat survey to monitor the situation from 6 months ago, when the results had indicated deterioration to Critical rates of acute malnutrition (16.1%). An interagency rapid assessment, including FSNAU members, was also conducted in Bari region following concern of a possible deterioration and the FSNAU team... -
Half of Somali Women and Young Children Suffer from Anaemia
May 5, 2010Read More ....
A recent national study has shown that Somali women and children are suffering from shocking levels of anaemia and Vitamin A deficiencies. 50% of all women, 30% of all school aged children and 60% of children under five were classified as anaemic from the study. The results also show that one third of all children and half of adult women have Vitamin A deficiency.“Anaemia in Somalia is caused by a range of factors including frequent exposure to diseases which are often untreated...
