The United Nations (U.N.) humanitarian agency says that around half of Zimbabweans are in urgent need of food and water due to the country being hit by the worst drought in 40 years.
To combat this crisis, the U.N. has launched an appeal for $430 million to prevent famine. The U.N. says the money will be used to purchase food, for cash transfers, and to provide drinking water.
‘Immediate action is required to avert loss of life and livelihoods over the coming months’ read part of the 45-page appeal document.
Estimates suggest that the harvest of maize is down 70% from last year in Zimbabwe.