Food insecurity is a concern in rural parts of the region. A significant portion of the population is affected, with numbers expected to increase in the coming months. Rural areas are particularly vulnerable due to various factors.

The situation is anticipated to worsen, with several districts likely to experience higher levels of food insecurity. Further information on the issue can be found through ReliefWeb, which has published an analysis of the situation in Lesotho. This analysis provides more details on the current and projected state of food insecurity in the area.