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SITUATION OVERVIEW
• Zimbabwe is closely monitoring forecasts from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which indicate the potential for El Niño conditions during the 2026/2027 agricultural season. While more localised and detailed forecasts from the National Climate Outlook Forum are expected in August, the Government of Zimbabwe, supported by WFP and partners, is enhancing preparedness through anticipatory action, climate risk monitoring, early warning systems and contingency planning to safeguard food security, protect livelihoods and reduce the impact of potential climate-related shocks on vulnerable communities.
• Zimbabwe continues to face intersecting climatic and structural pressures that are driving food insecurity and livelihood stress. Recurrent climate shocks have disrupted agricultural production, increasing vulnerability in both rural and urban areas.
• Through its 2022–2026 Country Strategic Plan,
WFP Zimbabwe is delivering life‑saving food and nutrition assistance while scaling up resilience‑building efforts and strengthening early warning and social protection systems. At the same time, WFP is investing in government capacity to lead and ultimately assume full ownership of programme delivery, while partnering with the private sector to accelerate progress towards Zero Hunger.