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From Zambia to Afghanistan, WFP warns El Niño’s extreme weather is causing a surge in hunger
Extreme weather linked to El Nino is causing hunger in nations like Zambia and Afghanistan, prompting the World Food Programme to seek aid from donors.
Southern Africa, hit hard by floods and drought over three years, faces a food crisis with 40-80% of corn crops lost in Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Zambia.
The UN agency's urgent call for $409 million aims to help 4.8 million people in Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe combat the impact of destroyed crops.