In 2005, much of eastern Africa suffered severe drought. Crops and natural vegetation, including grazing land for livestock, withered. Livestock deaths and human food shortages were widespread.
Published Apr 20, 2006
Hot, dry weather from January through March 2007 wilted crops in southern Africa. The impact of the drought on vegetation throughout southern Africa is illustrated in this image.
Published Apr 14, 2007
Diminished rainfall, combined with soaring temperatures, has jeopardized the food security and energy supplies of millions of people in the region.
Published Dec 16, 2019
Hot and dry conditions associated with a strong El NiƱo left experts wondering if a record agricultural drought was in the works.
Published Feb 3, 2016
Researchers are using satellite data to understand where locusts may spread during the largest infestation in eastern Africa in decades.
Published Mar 30, 2020
Dry conditions are bringing food insecurity to several countries.
Published Mar 20, 2019Image of the Day Land Life Water Drought Human Presence Remote Sensing
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