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Zimbabwe: Elephants destroy crops in Mbire district

Maize (Corn)
Sorghum
Zimbabwe
Published May 26, 2023

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Source: Elephants destroy crops in Mbire district | The Herald (Local News) Precious Manomano Herald Reporter Crops in some villages in Mahuwe in Mbire district were destroyed by a large herd of elephants that moved in and ate the maize, sorghum and other crops. Hopes of farmers in the district for a bumper harvest are being dashed, following the invasion of elephants which is destroying crops, mainly in wards 4 and 6.

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Chief Matsivo of Mbire, born Chinheza Chigwajara, said the elephants were causing havoc in the district, adding that people watch helplessly as crops are grazed to the ground. Communities are always up at night in fear of the elephants and the chief wants the authorities to quickly intervene to ensure that farmers harvest their crops safely. “We are appealing for the Government to intervene here in Mbire because elephants are destroying our crops,” he said. “People are afraid to harvest their crops. The problem needs to be addressed quickly. We do not want to continue losing our crops like this. Safety of people is needed. We appeal for authorities to intervene and take action over the matter.’’ Headman Mr Oliver Gurupira of Ward 4 in Mahuwe said the most affected areas were not expecting anything from the fields. “The elephants are destroying my crops and disturbing our farming routine,” he said. “The situation is worrisome. It is a tough and stressful life to watch helplessly ...
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