By Thobeka Dintwe
Climate-Smart Livestock Farming: Thriving in a Changing Southern Africa
As climate change continues to reshape the agricultural landscape across Southern Africa, smallholder farmers are facing the brunt of the challenges: rising temperatures, prolonged droughts, and unpredictable rainfall. In a region where livestock farming has traditionally played a vital role in livelihoods and food security, the effects of these climatic shifts have put added pressure on farmers to adopt more sustainable and resilient practices.
This article delves into climate-smart livestock farming—a strategy designed to help farmers cope with climate change while maintaining productivity and sustainability. We will cover key practices such as rotational grazing, water conservation, and breeding for drought-resistant livestock, …...
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Food Security in Southern Africa: A Growing Challenge Amidst Climate Change
Food security remains one of the most pressing challenges in Southern Africa. With climate change, economic instability, and growing population pressures, millions of people in the region face the risk of hunger and malnutrition. Southern Africa is particularly vulnerable to climate-induced shocks, such as prolonged droughts, floods, and irregular rainfall patterns, which affect agricultural productivity—the backbone of many economies in the region.
According to a 2023 report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately 45 million people in Southern Africa are experiencing acute food insecurity. Countries like Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, and Zambia are witnessing rising levels of hunger due to …...
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