Cathy Buckle: Zimbabwe’s farmers defy drought and sanctions, harvest hope amidst hardship
In the heart of Zimbabwe, a harsh reality unfolds as only four out of a hundred villagers manage to harvest crops amid a severe drought.
In the heart of Zimbabwe, a harsh reality unfolds as only four out of a hundred villagers manage to harvest crops amid a severe drought.
Zimbabwe’s power utility has asked customers to pay bills in foreign currencies as it struggles to fund increased imports during drought.
Earlier, the cabinet announced that Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan is mandated to negotiate with Andre de Ruyter to take up his position earlier.
As the world’s climate is changing; the tip of the African continent has experienced normal rainfall in only one of the last five growing seasons.
As South Africans speculate over whether and how saboteurs are to blame for widespread blackouts, Ramaphosa has cancelled the leave of Eskom employees.
South Africa is a severely water stressed country. We do not have mighty rivers that flow all season like in other parts of Africa and the world.
The worst drought in almost four decades, cyclone-induced floods and an economic collapse have left Zimbabwe on the verge of its worst-ever famine.
In practical terms, many insurance risks in SA have become so great that the insurance industry can no longer shoulder them alone.
The lessons Cape Town learnt and applied during its recent drought crisis are vital ones for the rest of the country as climate-extremes threaten the most vulnerable citizens – either suddenly or inexorably.
While Cape Town knows more about water usage than most other cities and has adopted innovative water conservation strategies, its future plans lack some vital elements.