South Africa is better placed for looming El Niño, experts say
Record grain harvests and improved soil moisture could help cushion South Africa against the expected effects of a severe El Niño.
There may be sufficient soil moisture to support seed germination and crop development across the country, even as El Niño conditions are likely to result in below normal rainfall.
The looming El Niño which is expected to hit the country towards the end of the year, could be the worst on record, meaning droughts and high temperatures across southern Africa.
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