2006 Report: together we can beat the drought trap

Droughts, unlike earthquakes, do not catch us completely unaware. Nevertheless, because they last for such a long time, they are among the most destructive natural catastrophes, laying waste to entire regions. Since the African continent is particularly prone to droughts, the UN has launched the ClimDev Africa project as a response to the problem of drought over the long term Until it takes effect, the UN and donor nations will be further called upon to provide famine relief in drought stricken regions. For this reason, it would be of benefit to develop and implement practicable insurance solutions for dealing with crop losses.