RAPID DROUGHT ASSESSMENT REPORT 29 April – 02 May 2019
1. INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND
This drought assessment was launched after consecutive rainfall failures (Deyr 2018 and Gu 2019) were observed and widespread water and food shortages were reported in many regions of Somaliland. The major objective of the assessment was to find out the current drought conditions in regions of Somaliland, especially in the key hotspot areas, the impact of the reported drought conditions and the most critical needs of the people affected (host community as well as IDPs). The hotspot areas were identified by the government of Somaliland (represented by NADFOR) and coordinated with the sub-sectors and humanitarian partners. The assessment was also expected to reveal the food security situation, water accessibility, and the status of education especially the school attendance status of young boys and girls.
2. OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSESSMENT
• To assess the severity of the drought conditions in hotspot areas in Somaliland given the underperformance of the Deyr 2018 and the Gu 2019 rains.
• To assess the current food security situations including availability, accessibility & utilization among the IDPs and host community.
• To assess the availability of water as well as the status of water sources including access to water by the local population, and practice regarding hygiene & sanitation.
• To identify potential risk concerns that women, men & youth in IDPs and host community may face.
• To assess the current shelter/NFI’s needs and observe education conditions of people in hot spot areas.
• To assess displacement trends and identify gaps and needs of the displaced population living in settlements, including needs for the provision of Camp Management services
• To identify gaps and understand the priority needs of vulnerable communities for an appropriate and coordinated response.
