1. The grave humanitarian situation that the Angolan people are experiencing as a result of the long conflict has engendered the sensitivity and solidarity of the international community. 2. The international community, through various humanitarian organizations, is deeply involved in Angola to minimize the shortages, above all in food and medicine, affecting the people.

A certain trend has been noted in reports coming in from UNAVEM teamsites. It appears that both Government and UNITA liaison officers have become less cooperative with UNAVEM officers at local level. Relief agencies may experience a low level of cooperation from formerly cooperative officials.

The signing of the Lusaka Protocol on 20 November 1994 has raised hopes that Angolans can finally live in peace and pursue the development of their country, potentially one of the richest in the region. Rapid and generous international support and effective linkages between peace-keeping and humanitarian assistance activities are crtiical to the consolidation of this peace…

National Early Warning Unit, July to September 1991: This bulletin presents the food security situation in Angola as perceived at the end of September 1991, included analysis of the following six staple food commodities: maize, cassava, sorghum, millet, wheat and rice. Taken together these commoditie contribute about 60% to the toal caloric intake of the average Angolan diet.

Includes Background and framework, Preparation for Elections, Re-Settlement of Displaced People, Refugees and Demobolized Soldiers, Emergency Repairs in Social and Economic Infrastructure, Technical Assistance.