Faith groups in East Africa are offering counselling and aid to victims of sea piracy off the coast of Somalia, primarily in the Indian Ocean area.

The BBC World Service has launched special radio broadcasts to serve the Somali-speaking population affected by famine and drought in the Horn of Africa.

Christian and other relief agencies providing aid to millions of people facing drought in Somalia face security issues in the war-torn country.

A chilling new report from Amnesty International reveals the full impact on children and 'child soldiers' of the on-going armed conflict in Somalia.