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Mother visits WFP-supported nutrition clinic in Al Kalakla, Jabal Awila

Families in Sudan Pushed to the Brink Amidst Brutal Conflict and Famine as WFP Resources Dry Up

WFP is struggling to keep lifesaving emergency operations running. Sudan’s shows no signs of slowing down.

WFP Scales up Operations in Gaza as Ceasefire Passes 100 Days

One hundred days into the ceasefire, the World Food Programme (WFP) has significantly expanded its lifesaving operations across the Gaza Strip, reaching more than 1 million people each month.

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Mozambique Cyclone and Flooding Emergency: WFP Ramps up Response

March 20, 2019

WFP stepped up food distributions in and around Beira on Wednesday, with more airdrops to people stranded by floodwaters.

Massive Cyclone Hits Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Malawi

March 20, 2019

The cyclone that hit Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Malawi has destroyed homes, schools, businesses and essential infrastructure. Survivors have lost everything and need our help.

10 Facts About Conflict & Hunger in Burundi

March 18, 2019

Here are 10 facts about Burundi and hunger to help you better understand the challenges and opportunities facing the nation.

The Worst Kind of Anniversary for South Sudan

February 21, 2019

It’s been almost two years to the day since famine was declared in South Sudan. They still need our help.

The Ripple Effect of Global Instability and the Humanitarian Response

January 23, 2019

A haunting photo of an emaciated 7-year-old girl, Amal Hussain, pushed Yemen into the spotlight in 2018.

A Year of Saving and Changing Lives

December 31, 2018

A look at what 2018 meant for the World Food Programme (WFP) and the millions of people it serves.

6 Troubling Facts About the Looming Famine in Yemen

December 30, 2018

After four years of conflict and destruction, Yemen is teetering on the brink of famine. It’s the largest humanitarian crisis on the planet.

WFP Convoy Reaches Syrian Settlement Isolated from Aid

November 16, 2018

Recently, WFP broke through barriers to reach Rukban, an isolated Syrian settlement, with lifesaving food and supplies.

From Oregon to Yemen: A Ship of Wheat and Hope Arrives

November 16, 2018

As peace talks stall to end the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, a ship of hope—supported by U.S. wheat—tells an inspiring story about why American support for the people of Yemen right now matters so much. Ann Nallo reports.