83 elephants, 60 buffalo, 30 hippos …: Drought-stricken Namibia to cull 723 wild animals, distribute meat for survival

Namibia will cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants, to assist its drought-affected population. This move targets regions where wildlife numbers exceed grazing land and water resources. With Southern Africa undergoing its worst drought in decades, nearly half of Namibia’s population faces severe food insecurity. This intervention aims to reduce human-wildlife conflicts and support drought relief efforts by providing meat.