CORRECTION: SADC PF calls for urgent action against desertification and drought

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2024-06-17

OKOMUNGONDO, 11 December 2023 - Farmers in Okomungondo and surrounding villages in the Omaheke Region have suffered significant losses, with more than 100 cattle succumbing to the severe drought between September and December in the area. (Photo by: Ovaua Kuaima) NAMPA

ATTENTION - CORRECTION: Replaces 'he' with 'she' in eighth para.

WINDHOEK, 17 JUN (NAMPA) - SADC Parliamentary Forum (PF) Secretary General Boemo Sekgoma has issued a reminder to the world, particularly the Southern African region, regarding the pressing issues of desertification and drought.
Sekgoma made the call on Monday, urging SADC PF member parliaments to commemorate the United Nations’ World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.
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