Not only farmers must thank rain

What is the definition of an optimist? We would say "any farmer in southern Africa" would be an apt answer, because in their perpetual battle with the elements, they'll always try to believe that "next year will be better..."

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With the delayed onset of good rains this season across the summer rainfall areas, the crops have already suffered badly... but farmers and organised agriculture are hopeful that 2025 will bring relief.