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Millions in Somalia are on the brink of famine

More than seven million in Somalia are in urgent need of food and shelter, says aid agency.

The aid agency, Islamic Relief, warns of a major catastrophe unless more is done to help the more than seven million people in Somalia who are in dire need of food, water and critical interventions.

At least 35 civilians have been killed in the latest insurgent attack in Burkina Faso.

And after the Supreme Court’s ruling, confirming William Ruto as Kenya’s next leader, how will he manage to fulfil his pledge of being ‘a president for all’ in a divided nation.

Photo: A woman and child in Baidoa in southern Somalia, which has faced prolonged drought. Credit: Islamic Relief.

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Tue 6 Sep 202215:06GMT

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