With the coming of the rains in certain areas, some people will begin to return to land where they usually graze their livestock — but this does not mean the end of the crisis.

The message to governments, donors and the media is that a few days rain does not end a food crisis.

Initially the rain will exacerbate an already fragile situation.

The situation remains critical and more help is needed. Sadly, this crisis is going to get worse before it gets better. The message to governments, donors and the media is that a few days rain does not end a food crisis. Complacency at this stage could kill thousands.

With the coming of the rains in certain areas, some people will begin to return to land where they usually graze their livestock — but this does not mean the end of the crisis.

People say this will destroy the land. But how can you poison what is already poisoned?