Boats carrying families displaced by fighting across the Niger River. They are approaching the central Malian town of Mopti where a WFP food distribution is being organized for people who have fled conflict in the north.
(Copyright: WFP/Jane Howard)
Mali: WFP Food Is Lifeline For Families Displaced By Conflict
More than 200,000 people have fled from their homes since conflict erupted in northern Mali earlier this year, worsening an existing hunger crisis brought on by the Sahel drought. Despite the logistical challenges and insecurity, WFP is managing to get food to many of the displaced families.
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Country at a glance 2012
| Planned Beneficiaries | 1,238,195 |
| Beneficiary needs (mt) | 109,566 |
| Beneficiary needs ($US) | 144,553,529 |
