The 1 millionth ton of wheat purchased by the U.S. government for global hunger relief efforts left Vancouver, Washington on November 26. The shipment is destined for WFP’s operations in Yemen.
In the world’s youngest country, WFP is empowering communities by constructing roads to improve food security and develop rural economies.
The world is at risk of yet another year of record hunger as the global food crisis continues to drive yet more people into worsening levels of severe hunger, warns the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP).
Each United Nations agency has a specific purpose and specialized roles. During emergencies, many come together and collaborate to provide comprehensive humanitarian assistance – including WFP.
Over four years, the profits of Hason’s farming business have grown steadily – allowing her to build a house, pay for the education of her six children and support her adult children’s marriages.
The number of people facing severe hunger continues to grow at an alarming rate, according to the 2022 Global Report on Food Crises. Â
Lingering drought and the deep economic crisis mean unprecedented hunger will continue to threaten the lives and livelihoods of millions of people across Afghanistan.
Here are seven stories of mothers who are protecting, caring for and feeding their families. Each simply wants their children to live in safety with access to good food and education.
Almost a month into the current rainy season, desperately needed rains across the Horn of Africa have so far failed to materialize. If these conditions continue, the number of hungry people due to drought could spiral.
Three consecutive years of flooding in South Sudan have destroyed homes, harvests and acres of land. Coupled with drought, violence and high food prices, communities are being pushed to their limit.
