Worth a Click

UNESCO: Combating drought in the Horn of Africa - Prevention Web

Read More About: groundwater, health gis, remote sensing

UNESCO begins mapping groundwater in January in the drought-stricken Horn of Africa, in order to bring the population a sustainable water supply. Drought has caused the region’s worst famine in 60 years, with 12 million people at risk of starvation. Those living in refugee camps are particularly vulnerable.

http://www.preventionweb.net/english/professional/news/v.php?id=24784

Stay Connected

Subscribe to Directions Magazine's Newsletters

Recent Comments

Seven Principles for Creating a Successful GIS Internship Program

In an economy where job openings remain limited and new, unemployed college graduates are piling up, the prospect of bringing on qualified, low-to-no-cost intern labor has never been better. Matt Lamborn of Pacific Geodata provides seven tips for companies who need qualified labor but who are on a tight budget.