W. Equatoria farmers decry crop failures occasioned by erratic rains

June 18, 2025-Farmers in Western Equatoria State have raised an alarm over widespread crop failures caused by erratic and unpredictable rainfall, which they link to the growing effects of climate change. farmer, Elinai Dusman, appealed for government support, saying the rain had failed them.“Many crops have failed due to insufficient rainfall, and I appeal to the government and partners to support us with irrigation tools so we can water our crops, assava, a drought-tolerant crop, was severely affected, not only by the dry conditions but also by pests such as tamarind worms, which have increased due to the changing climate.