From Bountiful Harvests to Struggling Survival: The Harsh Realities of Drought in Pemba District

In this poignant video, we delve into the story of Constance Mulumba from Hang’umba village in Pemba district, Zambia. Constance, a mother of nine, shares the devastating impact of the recent drought on her family’s farming livelihood. Once thriving on abundant harvests of maize, groundnuts, and sweet potatoes, Constance's fields now lay barren, pushing her to the brink of survival. With heartfelt honesty, she reveals the challenges her family faces as they are forced to sell their livestock to make ends meet. This video highlights the urgent need for support and sustainable solutions to help families like Constance's endure and overcome the harsh realities of climate change.