Around 55 million people in West and Central Africa are expected to face acute food insecurity in mid-2026, as conflict and funding cuts drive millions closer to famine conditions.
Millions face hunger as lean season hits West and Central Africa Read More »
Malawi’s president declared a state of disaster in eleven districts as prolonged drought puts about 4 million people at risk of severe food shortages.
Malawi declares disaster as drought threatens millions with hunger Read More »
A UN report reveals that over one billion people in Africa cannot afford a healthy diet in 2024 despite global improvements in hunger.
Over a billion Africans cannot afford healthy food: UN Read More »
Conflict and extreme weather are driving 52 million people into hunger across West and Central Africa, with thousands facing emergency or catastrophic levels.
WFP: Food crisis deepens in West, Central Africa Read More »
South Sudan has launched a humanitarian appeal for $1.7 billion to assist 5.4 million of its most vulnerable citizens in 2025.
South Sudan launches 2025 humanitarian response plan Read More »
UN experts have accused the warring parties in Sudan’s civil war of using starvation tactics against millions of civilians, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis.
UN calls for humanitarian aid as Sudan faces famine Read More »
The UN’s World Food Program has warned of a potential “full-scale human catastrophe” as millions face starvation.
Millions face starvation as drought hits southern Africa Read More »
Over 31.8 million Nigerians are facing acute food insecurity due to security challenges and the removal of fuel subsidies, according to a recent study.
Rising food prices push millions into hunger in Nigeria Read More »
The UN has called for an end to violence against aid personnel as the country faces a perfect storm of crises, including food insecurity, displacement, and economic collapse.
Attacks on aid workers plague South Sudan Read More »
El Nino-induced drought has caused widespread food insecurity in Southern Africa, affecting over 27 million people and pushing millions to the brink of hunger.
Millions face hunger in southern Africa amidst El Nino — WFP Read More »
