MOGADISHU — WFP to slash emergency food assistance to Somalia over funding gap, raising fears of worsening hunger in a country already facing severe drought and conflict.
The United Nations World Food Programme announced that it would reduce food aid due to a major shortage in funding. Officials said the agency cannot sustain current levels of support without urgent donor contributions.
WFP to slash emergency food assistance to Somalia over funding gap at a time when millions depend on aid. Somalia is battling recurring droughts, rising food prices, and insecurity, which have left vulnerable communities struggling for survival.
According to WFP, more than four million people in Somalia face acute food insecurity. The cuts mean that many families will receive less food or lose access altogether.
Aid groups warn the decision could push more people into crisis. Children, women, and displaced families are expected to be the hardest hit.
WFP to slash emergency food assistance to Somalia over funding gap after repeated appeals for funding fell short. Officials say donor fatigue and competing global crises have limited contributions to the agency.
Somali authorities urged international partners to step in, stressing that humanitarian needs remain urgent. Local leaders fear reduced aid could fuel further instability in rural and conflict-hit areas.
The WFP said it will prioritize the most vulnerable but acknowledged that the cuts will still leave a large number without adequate help.
Humanitarian experts say the funding shortfall is a warning sign of broader challenges in global aid. They argue that long-term solutions, including investment in agriculture and resilience programs, are needed alongside emergency support.
For now, Somalia faces a difficult road ahead. Without increased donor funding, millions risk falling deeper into hunger and poverty.
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