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Locusts on the rampage in Ethiopia
Government efforts to control the infestation have so far not been effective.
The UN has warned that if an Ethiopian locust infestation is not brought under control then the crop-devouring insect could invade neighbouring countries.
Plus huge swathes of southern Africa are experiencing drought which has in turn caused serious food shortages.
And the Resident Presidents discuss ‘dangerous underpants’.
(Image: Swarm of locusts. Credit: FAO)
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