Famine in Africa: How Politics Kills People

Famines have existed in Africa for ages, but they persist due to environmental factors, political unrest, colonial legacies, violence, civil wars and economic injustices. One of the most severe humanitarian problems facing Africa today is starvation; as a result, millions of people on the continent are suffering. Historical Background of African Famine Africa has a long history of famine, ascribed to several causes, including but not limited to the region's natural moisture deficits, biological factors like insects, diseases, and other conditions brought on by political instability. Famines in pre-colonial Africa were less common and restricted in the region....