In response to a food security crisis worsened by an El Nino-induced drought, the Zimbabwean government has announced the removal of certain food import taxes starting in July. This policy change will see the reduction of import tariffs on key food items such as rice, corn, potato seeds, edible oil, and genetically modified corn used for feed. Additionally, the value-added tax on rice and potato seeds will be abolished to reflect their growing consumption and import dependency. These measures are designed to ensure the availability and affordability of essential food supplies, with stringent regulations on their processing and distribution to address the nation's food security concerns.