Drought in Zambia
6.5HighMediumUpdated 22 Oct 2026 · Release Oct2026
- Country / region
- Zambia (Africa)
- Type
- Country · Individual · Country-level
- Drivers
- Drought/drier conditions
Six-component severity breakdown
| Component | Score (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Geographical impact | 9.3 |
| Human impact | 6.3 |
| People in need | 7.0 |
| Concentration of conditions | 6.0 |
| Society and safety | 5.1 |
| Operating environment | 6.0 |
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