Southern Africa Humanitarian Bulletin: Issue 07 - November 2012
HIGHLIGHTS
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Malawi launched Response Plans to address increasing food insecurity.
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The Response Plan is requesting $102 million of which $41 million have been sourced, leaving a shortfall of $61 million.
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The number of people with missing food entitlements stands at 1.97 million, an increase of 21% from the June MVAC Report.
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This situation is compounded by the devaluation of the kwacha and the increasing price of fuel and maize.
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Expected humanitarian consequences include changes in food consumption patterns, increased malnutrition and negative coping strategies.