As Zambia grapples with a devastating drought, it faces the prospect of a "Hunger Season." The shortage of maize flour, a staple food, has been exacerbated by last year's significant export of maize to the DRC Congo. This rain season represented the final opportunity for Zambian farmers to avert a severe hunger crisis, yet the current drought conditions cast doubt on their ability to do so.
In addressing this pressing issue, one potential solution lies in the establishment and enhancement of food banking initiatives. Our recent exploration in Kafue with the Global FoodBanking Network revealed a startling abundance of surplus food that often goes to waste at a named chain store, highlighting the potential for food banking to mitigate the impact of food scarcity. While it may not serve as a comprehensive solution to hunger, expanding our food banking capabilities can help buffer against the shocks of food insecurity.
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