africa drought

World Bank helps Malawi’s poorest tackle climate shocks

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World Bank helps Malawi’s poorest tackle climate shocks

The World Bank is helping Malawi’s vulnerable communities address the impact of the climate-related disasters, such as cyclones and drought, that the country has been facing since 2022. Participants say increased community involvement would lead to more immediate outcomes from the program. Lameck Masina reports from the Karonga District in northern Malawi Read original article … Read more

UN agency raises 20% of needed African drought aid

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UN agency raises 20% of needed African drought aid

HARARE, Zimbabwe —  The U.N. World Food Program has faced challenges in raising $400 million for its Southern Africa drought response, collecting just one-fifth of what it needs to help seven countries in the region, a WFP spokesperson said on Tuesday. The funding environment had become increasingly difficult as drought has dramatically raised the region’s … Read more