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From: Bearcatbob1/31/2005 9:10:08 PM
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Zimbabwe: 'Govt Has to Import to Improve Food Security Situation'

UN Integrated Regional Information Networks

January 31, 2005
Posted to the web January 31, 2005

Johannesburg

Humanitarian workers are concerned about the food security situation in Zimbabwe but told IRIN the extent of the problem hinges on the ability of the government to import enough grain to cover a production deficit.

The US-funded Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) last week said 5.8 million Zimbabweans - almost half the population - were in need of food aid.


In its overview of food security threats in sub-Saharan Africa, FEWS NET noted that the situation in Zimbabwe is "deteriorating", and "staple food availability is declining as market prices continue to rise"............
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