Forests are critical to the fighting global warming and curbing disasters in Zambia and elsewhere. By Raphael Banda ( bandaraphael55@gmail.com or +260979208286). The more than 400 woodlands that the nation is endowed with should be protected more by journalists and other well-meaning citizens. More trees need to be planted, and assisted-natural tree regeneration needs to be stepped up, as a result of the nation's current drought crises and impending food crisis. After the Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU) produces the contingency plan, the government and like-minded organisations like the United Nations World Food Programme and African Risk Capacity should continue to train journalists to cover pre-, during, and post-disaster events in the nation. The public will be informed by journalists with accurate and trustworthy information, such as information about premiums that a nation must raise to be eligible for an insurance payout in the event of a geologica...