'The livelihoods of the majority of Namibians, especially those that depend on agricultural activities is threatened,' the country's prime minister said.
‘The livelihoods of the majority of Namibians, especially those that depend on agricultural activities is threatened,’ the country’s prime minister said.
Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila made the announcement a day after the southern African nation launched an urgent appeal for international aid. “Most regions are experiencing water shortage, as most of the rain-fed catchments are either dry or have little water,” she said.In April, an agriculture ministry report said 63,700 animals had died between October 2018 and March 2019 because of deteriorating grazing conditions brought on by dry weather.
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