Zimbabwe on Monday launched an appeal for US$3.3 billion to feed an estimated 9 million people who require food aid until March 2025.
Initially, the figure of food insecure people stood at 7.7 million in both urban and rural areas and aid required at US$2.2 billion but Minister of Local Government Daniel Garwe revealed the numbers had increased.
"Preliminary indications are that an estimated 9 million people will be food insecure and require food assistance until March 2025. This figure covers both the urban and rural population. It is critical therefore to support these vulnerable households along with those directly affected by the drought.
The minister added,"In this stride, there is a moral obligation and an urgency for the international community to lend a hand for life-saving support to those most in need. We are thankful to the development and humanitarian partners for their generous support to date. Overall estimated requirements for interventions by all sectors of the economy is staggered at US$3.3 billion".There was a problem processing your submission. Please try again later.
"Since December 2023, long dry spells, and high temperatures, coupled with poor rainfall performance, negatively impacted crop and livestock production.
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