Up to 4.2 million people in Malawi are expected to experience high levels of acute food insecurity between June and September, according to a report released by the Malawi Vulnerability Assessment Committee, a government-led multi-agency body.
The landlocked country, bordering Mozambique, Zambia, and Tanzania, experienced El Niño weather early in the year that caused drought and floods in 23 out of 28 districts, leading to a 17-percent drop in agricultural production, according to the report.
The drastic decline in crop yields has severely impacted food availability and accessibility, exacerbating the vulnerability of millions. Humanitarian organizations are ramping up efforts to provide assistance, but the scale of the crisis presents significant challenges.
Experts emphasize the urgent need for climate-resilient agricultural practices and enhanced support systems to mitigate the effects of such extreme weather events in the future.
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