Lesotho Flour Mills Responds to Southern Africa’s Drought Crisis

Maseru – Lesotho Flour Mills (LFM) is facing a challenging period due to the surge in raw white maize prices, a staple import for the company. The recent escalation in prices is a result of adverse weather conditions, particularly low rainfall and hotter than usual weather, affecting maize production in Southern African countries, including South Africa, a key supplier for LFM. In a press release issued on Thursday, 4 April 2024, LFM revealed the underlying factors driving this unsettling trend.…Continue reading with a subscriptionSubscribe for full access to every story.Subscribe - M85/monthAlready a subscriber? Sign in Advertisement ...