Drought dims Zimbabwe’s growth, IMF sees rebound next year
Zimbabwe’s economic growth is expected to slow in 2024 as the country grapples with a severe El Niño-induced drought.
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Air pollution linked to 135 million early deaths since 1980
Air pollution is deadlier than you think! A new study links PM2.5 particles to 135 million premature deaths worldwide since 1980.
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Tanzania’s flood toll hits 155 as rain worsens
Heavy rains worsened by El Niño have caused devastating floods in Tanzania, killing 155 people and affecting over 200,000, while Kenya also faces rising flood casualties.
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Searing heat grips Philippines, forcing schools to close
The Philippines endures a scorching heatwave driven by El Niño, with schools closing and safety warnings issued due to dangerously high heat index levels.
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Colombia forest protectors face threats, rising deforestation
Colombia’s Amazon deforestation declined in 2023 but surged in early 2024 due to El Niño, conflict, and threats to environmental activists.
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Zambia limits power as drought devastates agriculture
Zambia’s ongoing drought caused by El Niño has led to power shortages, threatening food security and prompting the government to seek solutions.
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Malawi declares state of disaster due to severe drought
Malawi’s president calls for urgent action after witnessing the devastation of drought firsthand.
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2.7M Zimbabweans face hunger as El Nino worsens drought
Zimbabwe’s rural communities face food shortages due to El Niño-induced drought, WFP offers aid.
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