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Water scarcity

The world's freshwater resources are limited and increasingly at risk. To mark World Water Week, people around the globe are coming up with solutions to address water shortages.

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How El Nino contributes to drought in Africa

How El Nino contributes to drought in Africa

Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe have all declared a state of disaster, with drought destroying their harvests.
ClimateApril 15, 202401:16 min
A farmer holds dried out corn in his hands

Drought devastates Zimbabwe's crops

Drought devastates Zimbabwe's crops

The drought sweeping across southern Africa has wiped out 80% of Zimbabwe's crops, with many fearing the months ahead.
Food SecurityApril 13, 202402:35 min
A water level marker stands in cracked mud of the San Rafael reservoir

Bogota starts rationing water as reservoirs run low

Bogota starts rationing water as reservoirs run low

Amid hot, dry weather, residents in the Colombian capital have been urged to cut water consumption to a minimum.
ClimateApril 12, 202403:10 min
A dry riverbed, cracked and dusty

Spain faces springtime water crisis

Spain faces springtime water crisis

The water level in some of Spain's reservoirs is already dangerously low for this time of year, putting crops at risk.
Nature and EnvironmentApril 11, 202404:29 min
Children playing in dry paddy fields and cracked soil in Ketangi village, Purworejo, Central Java

Climate phenomena: What are El Nino and La Nina?

Climate phenomena: What are El Nino and La Nina?

Originating in the Pacific, the El Nino cycle has intensified drought in Africa and Asia. Here's what makes that happen.
ClimateApril 10, 2024
A grain harvester in the region of Odesa, Ukraine

Why is China canceling US wheat shipments?

Why is China canceling US wheat shipments?

China's wheat imports could decline in 2024, as shipment cancellations and delays raise concerns of weakening demand.
BusinessApril 9, 2024
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In the spotlight

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Severe drought in Zimbabwe threatens millions with hunger

The World Food Program has said it might not be able to assist families in Zimbabwe facing food insecurity.
Food SecurityMarch 26, 202401:37 min
Desalination plant in Spain

Desalination — can it help us survive water scarcity?

It is known for being energy-intensive, expensive and polluting. But with dwindling freshwater, is desalination vital?
Nature and EnvironmentMarch 22, 2024
A dried up maize field in Malawi

More drought across sub-Saharan Africa

Government subsidies can help smallholding farmers in Africa only so much, with demand for novel solutions increasing.
Food SecurityMarch 4, 2024