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US-Iran War Worsens Africa's Food Crisis, 31 Nations Seek Aid

4/21/2026

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The ongoing US-Iran war intensifies Africa's food crisis, with 31 nations seeking aid.
A joint report warns the conflict could reduce Africa's GDP by 0.2%, increasing poverty.
Projections show 21% higher food insecurity in West and Central Africa and 17% in East and Southern Africa.
Drought devastates maize harvests in Zambia by 70% and in Zimbabwe by 80%.
India has begun humanitarian aid, sending rice and relief to affected countries.

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The ongoing US-Iran war intensifies Africa's food crisis, with 31 nations seeking aid.
A joint report warns the conflict could reduce Africa's GDP by 0.2%, increasing poverty.
Projections show 21% higher food insecurity in West and Central Africa and 17% in East and Southern Africa.
Drought devastates maize harvests in Zambia by 70% and in Zimbabwe by 80%.
India has begun humanitarian aid, sending rice and relief to affected countries.