Gaborone, Botswana — Southern African leaders have launched a $5.5 billion humanitarian aid appeal as the region faces acute grain shortages due to El Nino-induced droughts.
Leaders from the region’s bloc, the Southern African Development Community (SADC), met Monday to deliberate on the crisis following widespread drought and flooding that has left millions without enough to eat.
In a communiqué released after the virtual meeting, leaders from 15 SADC member states agreed to launch an appeal to help affected populations. Читать дальше...