UN report reveals global hunger falls, but food insecurity rises in Africa
Summary
Global hunger levels decreased in 2024, according to a United Nations report. Improvements in food access in South America and India helped, but hunger remains a major issue in Africa and the Middle East due to conflicts, climate issues, and high population growth.Key Facts
- Global hunger affected 8.2% of the world's population in 2024, down from 8.5% in 2023.
- The United Nations report was prepared by five agencies, including the WHO and FAO.
- Hunger decreased in South America and southern Asia due to better agriculture and social programs.
- South America's hunger rate dropped to 3.8% in 2024.
- In southern Asia, hunger fell to 11%.
- Africa faces high levels of chronic undernourishment, with more than one in five people affected.
- Over one billion Africans cannot afford a healthy diet.
- The report points out continuing inequalities, with women and rural areas hardest hit.
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