Prepare for a drought season with El Nino approaching

GAUTENG – Experts warn South Africans to expect the worst when it comes to changing weather patterns, with the El Nino (dry) weather system approaching. While it’s difficult to predict the exact outcome of the system, experts say that the country should gear up for drought conditions and heatwaves nevertheless. The agri sector has warned of the damage the hotter weather can cause to crops and yields, which could impact food prices in the country.