The Horn of Africa is currently in the midst of a serious food security crisis. The United Nations has declared a state of famine in the southern Bakool and Lower Shabelle regions of southern Somalia. There is concern that famine could quickly spread in Somalia and may affect other areas of the Horn if not addressed through rapid action. Many civilian humanitarian resources are being mobilized, but it is necessary to plan for the possibility that certain civilian capabilities could become exhausted. The present document is issued to guide considerations in requesting, mobilizing and integrating foreign MCDA to support humanitarian operations.
