UN sounds alarm over rising hunger crisis in eastern DR Congo
Summary
The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) reports that the number of people facing very serious hunger in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has almost doubled since last year. Over 10 million people in the region are experiencing high levels of hunger, with about 3 million in emergency situations. Funding shortages and access difficulties are major challenges for providing aid.Key Facts
- Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has seen a near doubling of people facing emergency hunger levels.
- The World Food Programme needs $350 million to address the crisis but has only received about $150 million this year.
- Over 10 million people in the eastern provinces are facing crisis levels of hunger, with 3 million in emergency conditions.
- The area has been affected by longstanding conflict, including the activities of the M23 armed group.
- The M23 group has captured key cities and set up a parallel administration, worsening the humanitarian situation.
- Currently, aid delivery is severely hindered due to funding shortages and closed airports in the region.
- The WFP warns it may have to stop emergency food aid in early 2026 without more funding.
- Cuts in foreign aid from major donors, including the US and European countries, have impacted UN agencies.
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