- SACU, comprising Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, South Africa, and Eswatini, has its secretariat located in Windhoek.
- Southern African countries are discussing agricultural policy, including shared best practices and calls for reduced reliance on food imports.
- El Niño is expected to trigger severe drought in Namibia, threatening livelihoods and agriculture in Botswana and South Africa.
Intensifying climate patterns linked to El Niño threaten Namibia, prompting political leaders to urge proactive action from the government.
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Intensifying climate patterns linked to El Niño threaten Namibia, prompting political leaders to urge proactive action from the government.
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- El Niño is suppressing rainfall across Namibia, while La Niña events are enhancing rainfall in the country.
- Past El Niño drought concerns inform current policy in Zimbabwe.
- El Niño is increasing climate risks for South African agriculture, leading to expert advice on mitigation.
- El Niño-driven rainfall is causing flooding in Kenya, prompting the Ministry of Health to activate its contingency plan.
- The South African Weather Service warned of a powerful El Niño, leading to regional food insecurity, while the WFP noted funding collapse impacting aid in Zimbabwe. SADC met in Namibia to discuss the crisis.