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ROME – According to the latest Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC), nearly 282 million people in 59 countries and territories experienced high levels of acute hunger in 2023 - a worldwide increase of 24 million from the previous year.

The signing ceremony, held at the university on 20th June 2024, marks the beginning of a series of joint projects designed to improve food security, promote smart agricultural practices, address environmental issues within communities, mitigate the effects of climate change, and foster sustainable development in the agricultural sector. “We're excited about the potential of our partnership with

The partnership implemented under CGIAR Research Initiative on Climate Resilience (ClimBeR) will focus on four key areas: climate services such as co-developments and improvements to Zambia’s e-Extension system, index insurance, early warning and anticipatory action, and climate security. “We are thrilled to continue our long-standing partnership with CGIAR at the regional level to strengthen f

Built on 2.6 acres, the new eco-friendly office space is designed with sustainability at its core. Around 80 per cent of the building’s energy needs will be met through solar power, reflecting both agencies' commitment to environmental stewardship.

This contribution marks Brazil's third donation to the UN World Food Programme. The funds arrive at a critical juncture when Namibia grapples with the enduring consequences of drought, soaring food costs, and the aftereffects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

WFP is providing emergency food support to conflict-affected populations in Myanmar and has assisted almost one million people so far this year.

Today, following 12 years of conflict, an economy crippled by runaway inflation, a currency that has collapsed to a record low and soaring food prices, 12 million people do not know where their next meal is coming from.

WFP first partnered with dsm-firmenich (then Royal DSM) in 2007. Since then, the partnership has helped improve the diets and lives of tens of millions by contributing to the development of innovative nutrition and fortification solutions used across the world.  

With support from the Adaptation Fund’s US$14 million contribution, the project will focus on districts in both countries where adverse weather affects farmers' crops and livelihoods.

In addition to the monetary increase, WFP has included fortified rice in its food assistance since the beginning of this year. Locally procured and fortified, this rice has significantly higher nutritional value than regular rice, containing essential vitamins and micronutrients critical to people’s health and wellbeing.