Overview

• Acute hunger affected 282 million people across 59 countries in 2023, marking the fifth consecutive year of increase.
• Gaza reported the most severe famine conditions, with over 577,000 people facing imminent starvation.
• Conflicts, particularly in Gaza and Sudan, along with economic shocks and extreme weather events, are the main drivers of the crisis.
• The U.N. warns that the situation may continue to deteriorate without significant intervention and improved humanitarian access.
• Efforts to alleviate hunger are hindered by insufficient funding and logistical challenges in delivering aid.