Results for: Acute Hunger

Nearly 282 million people in 59 countries are facing acute hunger in 2023, a sharp increase from 2022. The Global Report on Food Crises warns that 705,000 people in five countries are at Phase 5, the highest level of hunger, with over 80% of these cases occurring in war-torn Gaza. Conflict and climate change continue to drive food insecurity, with South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Somalia, and Mali also facing catastrophic hunger. The report urges urgent action to address the underlying causes of hunger and malnutrition.

According to a United Nations-led report, the number of people facing severe food insecurity has increased for the fifth consecutive year, reaching a staggering 282 million in 2023. This alarming trend is primarily driven by conflicts, extreme weather events, and economic shocks that continue to exacerbate the global food crisis.