The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced the beginning of food distribution to vulnerable communities in Zimbabwe, targeting districts worst hit by the lean season. The four districts include Bulilima, Kariba, Mwenezi, and Mberengwa. WFP Country Director Barbara Clemens emphasized the importance of international partnerships, highlighting contributions from countries like Russia. The WFP aims to…
Thousands of residents in Epworth, a suburb of Harare, are facing a humanitarian crisis after flash floods ravaged the area, highlighting the ongoing issue of illegal settlements on riverbanks. The recent floods have left hundreds homeless, with many more at risk of displacement. Councillor for Epworth ward 5, Chamunorwa Takundwa raised concerns of people settling…
Kruger National Park, South Africa — Crocodile Bridge Gate in the Kruger National Park (KNP) will reopen, following an improvement in severe weather conditions across parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. In a media release issued on Wednesday, South African National Parks (SANParks) said the reopening comes after heavy rainfall and flooding disrupted operations in…
Once a natural wetland that used to absorb rainwater and protected nearby communities has now become a crowded settlement of brick houses, narrow pathways, and makeshift drainage systems. In most parts of Harare, families have built their homes on wetlands/ water ways, unaware or left with no choice of the dangers beneath their feet. Every…
