In response to the worst drought in a century, Namibia has announced the culling of 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants and 30 hippos, to provide food for its starving population. The country's food reserves have been depleted by 84%, with nearly half of its 2.5 million citizens expected to face food insecurity in the coming months. The government argues that this drastic measure is necessary to address immediate food needs and to mitigate potential human-wildlife conflicts that could arise from overpopulation in areas lacking sufficient resources. The culling will take place in national parks and communal areas where animal populations exceed available grazing and water supplies. This decision has drawn international concern, with the UN describing the situation as a humanitarian crisis. Namibia's move highlights the intersection of environmental management and urgent food security challenges in the face of climate change and El Niño effects.