Why do frequent El Niños still catch the region by surprise?
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Changing times: El Nino is predictable but regional governments struggle to deal with its impact
SADC, this week, launched a $5.5 billion (P74.4bn) global appeal for humanitarian aid, in the wake of a devastating El Nino-hit summer that brought record droughts and floods to more than 60 million people in the region.
The last such appeal was a $2.7 billion request in 2016, which at the exchange rates of the time amounted to P29.6bn.
“Ignore the noise, focus on your work”- AnonymousAs the DG of such a controversy-ridden institution, you really played your part in the fight against corruption and economic crime. Your stay at the helm of the DCEC was quickly paying dividends under your stewardship. During your tenure, there was a lot of action as those caught on the wrong side of the law were brought to court regardless of their economic or political status. We have learnt...