Namibia, Zimbabwe Face Blackouts and Wildlife Culling Amid Climate Crisis

Namibia and Zimbabwe are experiencing frequent power outages due to low water levels at the Kariba Dam, which supplies hydroelectric power to both countries.

The dam’s water level has dropped so drastically that power generation is almost impossible, leaving millions without consistent electricity.

In response to food shortages, authorities in both countries have resorted to culling wildlife, including elephants, to provide meat for struggling communities.

Scientists warn that sub-Saharan Africa is particularly vulnerable to climate change due to its reliance on rain-fed agriculture and natural resources.

Millions across the region depend on favorable climates for their livelihoods, yet poor countries lack the resources to implement effective climate-resilience measures.