Madagascar Prepares for El Niño-Driven Food Crisis

Madagascar is bracing for a potential food crisis as the country faces a strong El Niño, according to the World Food Programme's latest report. The first national drought monitoring bulletin issued in July projected a heightened risk for the upcoming season, prompting concerns about the impact on the population. The report highlights the need for sustained investment in climate-resilient food systems and shock-responsive social protection to mitigate the effects of recurrent shocks. WFP has reached 537,635 people in the Grand Sud region during the 2025-2026 lean season response, but immediate resource mobilization is critical to ensure operational readiness for the 2026-2027 lean season and cyclone seasons.