Famine in the Horn of Africa: A Boon for Terrorist Groups? (Forum at the 21st International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights)

Mar 15, 2023 | FIFDH
Geneva, Switzerland
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In the countries of the Horn of Africa, populations are experiencing unprecedented food insecurity as a result of recurrent droughts. While global warming is the primary cause of the famine, conflicts and the presence of terrorist groups reinforce the food crisis in the region. These terrorist groups take advantage of humanitarian aid to make financial profits, for example, in Somalia, the Al-Chabab group gains legitimacy by distributing food to the population. Are terrorist groups using the food crisis to their own advantage? What are the links between terrorism and food insecurity? A round table proposed by Arianna Corda and Yann Friberg, students of the Project Management course, Global Studies Institute. In partnership with the University of Geneva. When: Wednesday 15 March, 18:00Where: Espace Pitoëff - Théâtre, Geneva