Summary
Over half of Haiti's population is facing severe hunger due to growing gang violence and a weakened economy, according to a recent report. This has led to food shortages and many Haitians being forced from their homes. Efforts to address the crisis are hindered by armed groups controlling most of the capital and many agricultural areas.
Key Facts
- 5.7 million Haitians are experiencing severe food shortages.
- 1.9 million people are at emergency hunger levels with severe food gaps.
- Nearly six million people may face acute hunger by mid-2026.
- Gang violence has displaced 1.3 million people and obstructed aid.
- Armed groups control about 90% of Port-au-Prince.
- Haiti has faced six consecutive years of recession.
- Food prices in Haiti rose by 33% in one year.
- 680,000 children have been displaced by violence, and over 1,000 schools have closed.
