Overview
The 2012-2013 agricultural season in the chronically food insecure northern region of the country benefited from abundant rainfall. However, flooding has also taken place, damaging crops in some areas. Maize has been the most affected crop.
Government measures to regulate the price of imported goods such as rice and fish have been in place since 2008. In spite of these measures, food insecurity in urban areas persists due to weak purchasing power.
October 2012
Food Security