In a recent announcement, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema declared the country's ongoing drought a national disaster and emergency. The devastating drought has severely impacted food production and electricity generation, further exacerbating the challenges faced by the nation in the aftermath of a deadly cholera outbreak.
Attributed in part to the worsening El Nino weather pattern and climate change, Zambia, like its neighboring countries, is grappling with the effects of a severe drought. President Hichilema emphasized the urgent need for action, instructing security forces to prioritize food production in the country.
