Response to Humanitarian Crisis
Ethiopia, the second-most populated country in Africa, is primarily dependent on agricultural, with the sector accounting for 40% of its GDP, 80% of its exports, and 75% of its labor force. Agriculture, water, tourism, and forestry are all impacted by climate change, which also increases vulnerability to natural disasters due to internal strife and inadequate infrastructure. In April 2023, internal conflict in neighboring Sudan led to 60,600 refugees escaping to Ethiopia and requiring assistance. Starting with seasonal giving in 2006, Zakat Foundation has targeted relief efforts through food assistance, water projects, vocational trainings, education support and emergency relief.