Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – (African Boulevard News) – A recent report by the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has revealed that seven African countries are among the most neglected crises globally. Burkina Faso, which has been plagued by jihadist violence since 2015, is currently experiencing “the most neglected crisis in the world,” as reported by the NRC.
The NRC’s annual ranking identifies crises that have received the least attention from the international community and media. According to the report, Burkina Faso has been “off the radar” due to its geographic location, lack of resources, and limited access for humanitarian aid. The country has seen a significant rise in violence, with armed jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State increasing attacks on civilians, displacing over one million people, and causing a humanitarian catastrophe.
Other African countries included in the NRC’s list of neglected crises are Cameroon, Ethiopia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, and South Sudan. These countries have been grappling with various conflicts and disasters, including communal violence, inter-ethnic and inter-religious conflicts, and natural disasters such as droughts and floods.
According to an NRC spokesperson, “These crises are not only causing immense human suffering, but they also pose a risk to regional and global stability. Neglecting these crises will only lead to more despair, displacement, and desperation.”
The NRC report has received support from various stakeholders, including humanitarian organizations, activists, and policymakers. They have called for increased attention, resources, and aid to address the neglected crises in these countries.
“Neglected crises require a sustained and comprehensive response, including protection of civilians, access to humanitarian aid, and long-term solutions to address the root causes of the conflicts and disasters,” said an aid worker from Save the Children, a humanitarian organization.
The neglect of these crises has far-reaching implications, including the deteriorating humanitarian situation, the displacement of millions of people, and a rise in extremist activities. The global community must act fast to address these neglected crises and prevent further suffering.
In conclusion, neglected crises in African countries pose a significant challenge to global stability and require urgent attention and resources to address them. Neglecting these crises will only lead to increased suffering and desperation for millions of people in these countries. We must act now to prevent further human suffering and displacement.
