Even though the land is beautiful, it can also make life difficult for the people. Since Zambia has no ocean it is very expensive to bring in goods from other places. When there is not enough rain the rivers get low and the power companies have to turn off the electricity. This is called load shedding, and it happens quite often during the dry season. The warm weather also means there are many mosquitoes that can make people sick with a disease called malaria.
People in Zambia are finding new ways to live with the changes in their weather. Many farmers now use special seeds that can grow even when there is very little rain. Families are putting solar panels on their homes to get power from the sun when the electricity goes out. Some communities use a system called drip irrigation to water their crops without wasting a single drop. These smart choices help everyone stay safe and have what they need during the dry months.
