Zambia has declared a national emergency as a severe drought, worsened by El Niño, ravages food and electricity production across the country. The warmer Pacific Ocean disrupts rainfall, leading to reduced precipitation and heightened drought conditions. Zambia’s 2023-2024 rainy season anticipates below-average rainfall, extended dry spells, and occasional heavy rainfall events. However, these conditions threaten […]
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