The widespread effects of the unprecedented economic crisis that overtook Sri Lanka in 2022 are still heavily felt across the country. Over a quarter of the population is now estimated to live below the poverty line, which hurts their access sufficient, nutritious food.
USAID provided 4,700 metric tons of soya beans and corn to Sri Lanka to support the continuation of the Thriposha fortified food program.
This a significant moment in Sri Lanka’s history. The country is currently experiencing its worst economic crisis since 1948.
WFP began distributing food vouchers to pregnant women in Colombo, marking the start of its emergency response in the country as part of the United Nations Humanitarian Needs and Priorities Plan.
Sri Lanka has one of the highest rates of acute malnutrition in the world. SUN BN – a global network spanning 41 countries – aims to reduce malnutrition in all its forms through investment, innovation and sustainable actions.
