Africa: Wars, Airdrops and Pythons - Covering Hunger Up Close

WFP's outgoing TV Chief Jonathan Dumont talks about the importance of giving voice to the 'hidden hungry' - and of empathy Read more »

Sudan: WFP Warns of More Displacement in Sudan As Fighting Rages in Darfurs and Kordofans Amidst Shrinking Resources

This is a summary of what was said by WFP Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response, Ross Smith, to whom quoted text may be attributed - at a press briefing In Geneva today.… Read more »

Sudan: WFP Celebrates Sorghum Harvest in Eastern Sudan Under World Bank Managed Thabat Project

The UN World Food Programme (WFP), together with the Kassala State Government and Minister of Agriculture, celebrated the start of the sorghum harvest at an official event in Wad… Read more »

Nigeria: Northern Nigeria's Toxic Mix of Violence and Hunger

WFP warns shrinking aid and region's alarming food security outlook risks fueling more instability - with potential spillovers across West Africa Read more »

Zambia: Leicester City Striker Patson Daka Named WFP Goodwill Ambassador

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today announced the appointment of Zambian international soccer player Patson Daka as a WFP Goodwill Ambassador. Daka will use his… Read more »

Chad: Japan Contributes JPY 200 Million to WFP's Emergency School Meals Programme in Chad

The Government of Japan has contributed JPY 200 million (US$1.3 million) to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to support emergency school meals in Chad. This… Read more »

Africa: Why Small Victories Matter When It Comes to Hunger and Disability

'No woman with a disability should be coerced into sharing her food or cash with a male community member because custom dictates she cannot manage her own resources' Read more »

Uganda: France Provides Crucial Funds to WFP to Support Refugees and Improve Nutrition for Women and Children in Uganda

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of EUR 2 million from the Government of France to enhance food security for refugees and improve nutrition for… Read more »

Sudan: Sudan's Hunger Crisis - How to Turn the Tide On Famine

The country's outlook remains dire but WFP's year-long surge of food assistance is delivering results Read more »

Nigeria: Increased Insurgent Attacks in Nigeria Threaten Regional Stability and Drive Sharp Spike in Hunger

Growing instability across northern Nigeria, including a surge in attacks, is driving hunger to levels never seen before, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warned… Read more »

Cameroon: Hunger Without Borders - Aid Cuts Hit Displaced People in CAR and Cameroon

A funding crunch is forcing WFP to cut assistance to refugees and returnees Read more »

Africa: WFP Global Outlook - 'Thing Have Never Been So Bad' - Hunger Rises Amid Funding Cuts

With two famines confirmed, funding and innovation must be accompanied by the political will to achieve peace Read more »

Malawi: Norway Provides Crucial Funds to WFP to Support Families and School Children in Malawi As Lean Season Peaks

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of USD 8.3 million from the Government of Norway to support the food needs of crisis-affected families and… Read more »

South Sudan: Conflict and Funding Cuts Fuel Soaring Hunger in South Sudan

Expert findings forecast parts of the country risk famine in 2026 Read more »

Uganda: Republic of Korea Provides Lifesaving Food Assistance to 800,000 Refugees and School Children in Uganda

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has today welcomed a contribution of over 2,500 metric tons of rice, valued at USD 2.9 million, from the Republic of Korea during a… Read more »

Kenya: In Kenya, Young and Old Are Joining Forces to Heal the Land

In the rocky hills of central Isiolo County, WFP and partners are training communities to protect their ancestral land from erosion and build resilience to hunger Read more »

Africa: WFP to Prioritize Feeding 110 Million of the Hungriest in 2026 As Global Hunger Deepens Amidst Uncertain Funding

Agency to double-down on scaling innovation, technology, and private sector collaboration to drive greater impact, and efficiencies Read more »

Egypt: Executive Boards of Six United Nations Entities Conclude Joint Field Visit to Egypt, Highlighting Sustainable Development Advancements

A delegation of 17 Member State representatives from the Executive Boards of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)/UN Population Fund (UNFPA)/UN Office for Project… Read more »

Africa: New FAO-WFP Report Warns of Shrinking Window to Prevent Millions More People Facing Acute Food Insecurity in 16 Hotspots

Conflict and violence are driving extreme hunger in six major crises Read more »

Africa: COP30 - How Anticipatory Action Helps People Prepare As Extreme Weather Strikes

The World Food Programme is marking ten years of anticipatory action, working with partners to improve forecasts and tailor activations ahead of emergencies Read more »

Uganda: Denmark Contributes to WFP to Support Newly Arrived Refugees in Uganda With Food Assistance

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of DKK 15 million (approximately USD 2.3 million) from the Government of Denmark. This funding will support… Read more »

Sudan: Italy Provides Crucial Funds to WFP in Support of Sudanese Refugees in Libya

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Libya welcomes a generous contribution of EUR 3 million from the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation… Read more »

Zambia: China Contributes to WFP to Deliver Emergency Food Assistance for Communities Struck By Drought in Zambia

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution from the Government of the People's Republic of China to locally procure over 5,600 metric tonnes of maize to… Read more »

South Sudan: Hunger and Malnutrition Deepen As Conflict and Access Constraints Persist in South Sudan

The United Nations today warned that South Sudan continues to face a severe food and nutrition crisis, which is threatening to deteriorate further unless urgent humanitarian action… Read more »

Sudan: Famine Conditions Confirmed in Sudan's El Fasher and Kadugli, but Hunger and Malnutrition Ease Where Conflict Subsides

FAO, WFP and UNICEF warn of the highest levels of acute food insecurity and malnutrition in El Fasher and Kadugli; improvements seen where fighting has receded and services have… Read more »