The forecast anticipates exceptional deficits to expand throughout Saudi Arabia, as well as Yemen and Oman. Similar deficits will continue throughout areas of Iran, though will significantly decrease in size.
Africa: Deficits persist in N, S Africa
The forecast anticipates exceptional deficits to dissipate central regions of the country, but persist in Algeria, Mali, Mauritania, and nearby western coastal regions. Regions of southeastern Africa are expected to observe surpluses of varying intensity, while southern countries such as South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe should expect exceptional deficits to emerge.
