LONG READ: Bar keeps rising in the global battle with drought

Irish Examiner reporter, Caroline O'Doherty, travelled to Burkino Faso with Christian Aid staff and in her report reveals the work they are doing and the challenges they, and other aid agencies, face in the growing global fight against famine and drought. 

LONG READ: Bar keeps rising in the global battle with drought

"There is nothing there,” the people say, warning that a visit to their regional reservoir is sure to disappoint.

It becomes clear what they mean when it comes into view. The impressively scaled Louda Dam with its 3.2 million cubic metres water capacity is empty save for a straggle of small muddy pools.

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