Millions of people across Africa are facing severe hunger. This food insecurity crisis is driven by a combination of factors, including conflicts, extreme weather events, economic instability, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn what’s causing Africa’s hunger crisis and how you can help children and families in need.
News & Stories
Hunger News
From the Field
5 worst spots for hunger
This World Food Day, learn how hunger affects 811 million people globally. Learn about the 5 worst places for food insecurity and hunger, see how World Vision is making a difference, and find out how you can help children and families in need in 2025.
From the Field
Global hunger: 7 facts you need to know
Up to 757 million people — 1 in 11 of the world’s population — face chronic hunger. Explore key facts about the challenging issues of global hunger and food insecurity. Learn about World Vision’s role in tackling world hunger and how you can help on this World Food Day.
From the Field
2024 life frames: Storytelling from World Vision photographers
World Vision photographers capture stories of children and their families to inspire us toward action and compassion. These moments in time illuminate God’s grace and faithfulness as we work together to end extreme poverty in His name.
From the Field
Sustainable steps towards nutrition in Laos
In Phonexay, Laos, changing weather patterns have severely impacted agricultural productivity, leading to widespread undernutrition among children and families. In collaboration with the community, World Vision has equipped families with climate-smart agricultural practices and nutrition training to help keep children healthy.
Prayers
Matthew 25: Pray to end global hunger
Hunger is a problem that has plagued humanity for millennia. Today, we are seeing the largest global food crisis in modern history. Join us in prayer for people who are hungry and those who are working to feed them.
From the Field
Simple recipe changes help once-underweight Yesica to thrive
World Vision staff in Yesica’s community observed that she was underweight for her age. They connected her mother, Telma, with a nutrition training program so she could learn to make more nutritious food with local ingredients. Now Yesica falls into an appropriate weight for her age and height.
From the Field
In the kitchen: Mukimo recipe
Mukimo is a healthy, traditional Kenyan main dish made from easy-to-find ingredients that you can serve your family. Preparing and eating mukimo is a way to remember and pray for those suffering from the drought in East Africa.
From the Field
Enhancing livelihoods through improved cassava cultivation
A transformative livelihoods project brought positive change to the Kayombo family’s cassava farm. Discover their story of triumph in agriculture.
From the Field
“At least I know my children will not go hungry”
Syrian refugees face the twin crises of skyrocketing food prices and limited work opportunities. To help, World Vision and the World Food Programme are partnering to support Syrian refugee parents through e-cards to help them more easily feed their families and maintain a sense of normalcy.