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  1. El Nino weather phenomenon is currently afflicting Papua New Guinea (PNG).

Drought and El Nino Worsen Food and Transport Issues in Papua New Guinea

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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What happened

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Drought impacts are worsening in Delta Fly, Western Province, and Daru amid the El Nino period. Due to the prolonged dry weather, food and water supplies have decreased, and transport access has been disrupted, making market access difficult for villagers in the region.

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Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The severe drought is disrupting local supply chains and forcing locals to change transport methods for goods like sago. This has resulted in increased prices for staple goods, with sago prices ranging from K15 to K30 plus.

The El Nino weather phenomenon is currently affecting Papua New Guinea.

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Who's involved

  • Papua New GuineaThe country experiencing the drought and associated supply chain disruptions.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

  • Papua New GuineaSpeculative

    The country might see increased costs for staple goods due to transport disruptions and decreased local food supply.

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