Farai Dziva|Government has conceded that 5.7 million people are facing starvation in the country.

Government sources have revealed that
5.7 Million people require urgent food aid.

The food crisis has been intensified by the drought or low rainfall that most parts of the country experienced during the 2019/2019 season, according to the government.

Another network, Famine Early Warning Systems Network has also said :
“The deteriorating macroeconomy and significantly below average 2018/19 crop production are expected to drive widespread Crisis food security outcomes through at least January 2020.

In high production northern areas and some central parts of the country Stressed outcomes are expected through August, after which Crisis outcomes are expected. One cannot deny the fact that the deteriorating economy is also playing a part in the food crisis that is looming.”