President Nangolo Mbumba has declared a State of Emergency in the face of the persistent El Niño-induced drought affecting all regions of Namibia.  The government’s action is commendable and underscores just how critical the situation is – it is projected…

NAMIBIA, KNOWN AS one of the driest countries south of the Sahara, has faced continuous drought conditions for many years. The effects of drought can be far-reaching and profound, leading to crop failures, food shortages, loss of livestock, economic hardships…