ABIDJAN — In recent months, the town of Soubré in the southwest of Côte d’Ivoire has experienced a shortage of staple products in local markets. Some of the most widely consumed foods, such as plantain, cassava and tomato, have become scarce or unaffordable. This could be an early sign of the broader impact climate change […]
  • Towns across Côte d’Ivoire are facing shortages of staple foods like plantain and tomatoes, due to erratic weather.
  • Prolonged drought and heavy rains have affected growers in towns like Soubré, who are struggling to maintain sufficient production to supply local markets.
  • An expert says adapting to the new climate reality is key, and proposes training farmers in new agricultural techniques and improving natural resource management.

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