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.
However, the floods caused by the excessive rains had devastating effects on the Juba Riverine livelihood where many farmers suffered from considerable damage to the standing crops from early Gu planting. The floods have also resulted in temporary displacement of the population in five different districts of southern Somalia. Nevertheless, sustained conflicts in the country continue to be the primary reason of displacement, affecting mainly southern and central parts of Somalia. Civil insecurity has increased food insecurity by disrupting market supply and delivery of humanitarian aid, primarily affecting the urban and internally displaced population (IDP). Recent nutritional assessment indicated a Very Critical situation with increased malnutrition levels in Addun Pastoral areas of Central, which has recently seen a lot of displacement due to civil insecurity.