Drought forces Erongo farmers to abandon agriculture

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As the prolonged drought persists in the Erongo Region, Daures Constituency Councillor Joram !Haoseb says agricultural activities have declined, as most communal farmers have abandoned farming and moved to urban centres in search of better living conditions.

Drought hits Hardap farmers as dam levels drop

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The drought conditions plaguing farmers across the country also affect Hardap Irrigation Scheme farmers, who have had water supply to their irrigation plots suspended this week.

This is due to critically low water levels in the Hardap Dam. 

Drought in Zambezi Region fuels human-wildlife conflict

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The persistent drought in the Zambezi Region is increasing the human-wildlife conflict. 

The past weekend saw wildebeests damaging farmers' crops who are practising wetland cultivation at Malindi Village in Kabbe North Constituency.

Hardap Governor urges collaboration for economic growth and development

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Hardap Governor Salomon April has called for collaborative approaches to realise inclusive economic growth in the region. 

While delivering the State of the Region Address, April said, that only then will the region address issues of poverty, unemployment, drought, and quality service delivery. 

NWR keeps Fish River Canyon alive amidst drought

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The manager of Ai Ais Resort in Fish River Canyon, Jaffeth Xoagub, has reassured hikers and visitors to the canyon that despite the low water levels, several water points have been set up to ensure an effective supply of water.

The Fish River Canyon is the second-largest fish river in the world. 

Aminuis farmers affected by low livestock prices

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Low prices of livestock at auctions are negatively affecting farmers in the Aminuis Constituency, threatening their livelihood.

The persistent drought has drastically caused a decline in livestock prices.