Karamoja Hunger Crisis Demands Action | Uganda News

Uganda News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 8, 2026 · 1m

Karamoja’s hunger crisis is spiraling into a full-blown humanitarian disaster, with opposition party FDC demanding the government declare it a national emergency. Amid record crop failures and a deadly drought, districts like Kaabong and Kotido are in critical condition — and at least 16 people have already died from starvation. Despite being rich in gold, marble, and limestone, the region suffers from systemic neglect, with FDC accusing the government of broken promises on development, food security, and infrastructure. They’re calling for immediate aid: food, clean water, mobile clinics…