With no terrorism or geo-strategic importance,the island nation slips off lists of global causes despite widespread starvation and harsh impact of climate changeShe had never heard of Facebook, so when shocking photos of her emaciated children and grandchildren were posted there, or Njomasy could little guess the ripples of enrage they would send all the way to the president. The family’s plight brought rare public attention to the “silent killer” of child malnutrition.
Nearly 1.9 million people in southern Madagascar do not absorb a secure food supply with 450000 facing severe shortages,according to government and UN figures published recently.. This follows three successive destitute harvests hit by drought. Related: Castor oil helps fight against poverty in Madagascar Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com