L3 - Somalian Ruin Flashcards
What is the main source of water for Somalia?
The Gulf of Aden
What’s wrong with the water source in Somalia?
It is salt water, which dehydrates and is expensive to purify
What is the main issue with Somalia?
There is drought
Because of the issues in Somalia, what is the main staple food in Somalia now?
Sorghum, and prices have increased by 250%
What are the physical factors that contribute to the Somalian water stress?
The climate is semi-arid, overall evaporation of water is (1-3,000mm/year)
When was La Nina?
2009-2010
What is La Niña ?
A phenomenon in which the weather at that particular time is more extreme i.e. Somalia is drier during La Niña
What does an increasing population mean for the population of Somalia?
More people means more girls, which do not get sent out for an education, which leads to less income which the people cannot afford.
Why is there conflict in Somalia?
There are many tribes who are fighting over control over the water supply
What does conflict in Somalia lead to?
No international investment in farming
How many political parties control Somalia?
- They include the Somali Government, Somaliland, Islamists, Puntland and local groups
How much rainfall does the country receive annually on average?
Less than 500mm
Where is Somalia located?
On the Horn of Africa
What are some typical impacts of an unreliable water supply?
No water for irrigation, conflict, small yield of crops, poor grazing for livestock
What happens when soil becomes baked?
Roots are not able to penetrate the soil and makes the soil become impermeable, leading to flooding
