insert_link Namibia Drought accelerates charcoal production in Outjo The Kunene Region has been heavily affected by drought, prompting farmers in the Outjo Constituency to diversify their income through the production of charcoal. Following a decade of poor rains and failed harvests, as well as livestock losses due to the drought, most commercial farmers in the constituency are facing dire consequences, with some affected residents relying on the government feeding programme for survival and others converting […] todayJuly 3, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Namibia faces worst drought in decade The Kamanjab Constituency is facing severe drought, leading local leaders to seek national assistance. Councillor Niko Somaeb told the Namibia Press Agency the area has experienced over 80% livestock loss due to the decade-long drought, which is the worst on record. Despite ongoing food aid efforts supporting 2,080 households, Somaeb stressed the need for additional support to sustain remaining livestock and address food insecurity. todayJune 24, 2024 14
insert_link Environment Omusati region faces severe drought crisis Omusati Governor Erginus Endjala says the region is hard hit by extreme drought and as a result crops, livestock, and water supply have been negatively impacted. todayMarch 26, 2024 21
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
