Tuesday, November 18, 2025

320 million people facing famine in 2026 - double the number just seven years ago

 The WFP’s 2026 Global Outlook estimates that 318 million people are expected to face crisis levels of hunger, more than double the number in 2019. The WFP says it can only assist about 110 million of the most vulnerable people in 2026 due to reduced humanitarian funding.

https://www.reuters.com/world/un-food-agency-warns-deepening-hunger-crisis-funding-falls-short-2025-11-18/ 

"The world is grappling with simultaneous famines, in Gaza and parts of Sudan. This is completely unacceptable in the 21st century," WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain said in a statement.
"Hunger is becoming more entrenched. We know early, effective solutions save lives, but we desperately need more support."

FOREIGN AID CUTS

The WFP's biggest donor, the United States, has slashed its foreign aid under President Donald Trump, and other major nations have also made or announced cuts in assistance.
The WFP said last month that it expected to receive 40% less funding year-on-year for 2025, resulting in a projected budget of $6.4 billion, down from $10 billion in 2024.

 Conflict, extreme weather and economic instability are expected to drive severe food insecurity, WFP said. In 2025, its famine prevention efforts pulled communities back from the brink of starvation, but the overall crisis shows no sign of easing.

 

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