World Food Programme
@wfp.org
Laureate of the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize. 🇺🇳🌾🍛 The United Nations World Food Programme delivers food assistance to millions of people affected by crises.
The world’s largest hunger crisis shows no sign of abating.
In areas of #Sudan facing famine or at risk, WFP assistance supports nearly 1.8 million people each month. But without urgent funding, stocks will run out and leave millions without vital support. https://ow.ly/k1pB50XX8JQ
In areas of #Sudan facing famine or at risk, WFP assistance supports nearly 1.8 million people each month. But without urgent funding, stocks will run out and leave millions without vital support. https://ow.ly/k1pB50XX8JQ
January 15, 2026 at 10:43 AM
The world’s largest hunger crisis shows no sign of abating.
In areas of #Sudan facing famine or at risk, WFP assistance supports nearly 1.8 million people each month. But without urgent funding, stocks will run out and leave millions without vital support. https://ow.ly/k1pB50XX8JQ
In areas of #Sudan facing famine or at risk, WFP assistance supports nearly 1.8 million people each month. But without urgent funding, stocks will run out and leave millions without vital support. https://ow.ly/k1pB50XX8JQ
The world faces the risk of a dangerous and deepening global hunger crisis.
WFP Chief, Cindy McCain, calls on world leaders to help halt famine and stabilize communities in 2026.
"We can't end hunger on our own."
Read more: https://ow.ly/7hjo50XVsQC
WFP Chief, Cindy McCain, calls on world leaders to help halt famine and stabilize communities in 2026.
"We can't end hunger on our own."
Read more: https://ow.ly/7hjo50XVsQC
January 12, 2026 at 12:47 PM
The world faces the risk of a dangerous and deepening global hunger crisis.
WFP Chief, Cindy McCain, calls on world leaders to help halt famine and stabilize communities in 2026.
"We can't end hunger on our own."
Read more: https://ow.ly/7hjo50XVsQC
WFP Chief, Cindy McCain, calls on world leaders to help halt famine and stabilize communities in 2026.
"We can't end hunger on our own."
Read more: https://ow.ly/7hjo50XVsQC
⚠️ #Ethiopia the refugee response is at breaking point.
Over 1.1 million people risk losing food, water and healthcare within weeks as funding dries up. ⤵️
Over 1.1 million people risk losing food, water and healthcare within weeks as funding dries up. ⤵️
January 4, 2026 at 3:16 PM
⚠️ #Ethiopia the refugee response is at breaking point.
Over 1.1 million people risk losing food, water and healthcare within weeks as funding dries up. ⤵️
Over 1.1 million people risk losing food, water and healthcare within weeks as funding dries up. ⤵️
"Everyone is now vulnerable."
Since early December, half a million people have fled escalating violence in #DRCongo's South Kivu province.
WFP is scaling up to reach more than 210,000 people. https://www.wfp.org/stories/wfp-surges-food-assistance-amid-renewed-violence-eastern-drc
Since early December, half a million people have fled escalating violence in #DRCongo's South Kivu province.
WFP is scaling up to reach more than 210,000 people. https://www.wfp.org/stories/wfp-surges-food-assistance-amid-renewed-violence-eastern-drc
WFP surges food assistance amid renewed violence in eastern DRC | World Food Programme
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighbouring Burundi, WFP and other humanitarians are grappling with soaring needs - and dwindling funds
www.wfp.org
January 3, 2026 at 9:05 AM
"Everyone is now vulnerable."
Since early December, half a million people have fled escalating violence in #DRCongo's South Kivu province.
WFP is scaling up to reach more than 210,000 people. https://www.wfp.org/stories/wfp-surges-food-assistance-amid-renewed-violence-eastern-drc
Since early December, half a million people have fled escalating violence in #DRCongo's South Kivu province.
WFP is scaling up to reach more than 210,000 people. https://www.wfp.org/stories/wfp-surges-food-assistance-amid-renewed-violence-eastern-drc
📍#Burundi is receiving thousands of refugees fleeing renewed violence in eastern DRC.
WFP has reached over 70,000 new arrivals so far, nearly doubling the number of refugees supported with WFP assistance.
Without urgent funding, January could mean deeper cuts - or no aid at all.
WFP has reached over 70,000 new arrivals so far, nearly doubling the number of refugees supported with WFP assistance.
Without urgent funding, January could mean deeper cuts - or no aid at all.
January 2, 2026 at 10:01 AM
📍#Burundi is receiving thousands of refugees fleeing renewed violence in eastern DRC.
WFP has reached over 70,000 new arrivals so far, nearly doubling the number of refugees supported with WFP assistance.
Without urgent funding, January could mean deeper cuts - or no aid at all.
WFP has reached over 70,000 new arrivals so far, nearly doubling the number of refugees supported with WFP assistance.
Without urgent funding, January could mean deeper cuts - or no aid at all.
In 2025, WFP’s famine prevention efforts pulled several communities back from the brink of starvation.
Yet as we ring in the new year, 318 million people face acute hunger in 2026.
This is a call to action. Ending hunger isn’t a dream — it’s a responsibility. 🌱🤝
Yet as we ring in the new year, 318 million people face acute hunger in 2026.
This is a call to action. Ending hunger isn’t a dream — it’s a responsibility. 🌱🤝
January 1, 2026 at 10:01 AM
In 2025, WFP’s famine prevention efforts pulled several communities back from the brink of starvation.
Yet as we ring in the new year, 318 million people face acute hunger in 2026.
This is a call to action. Ending hunger isn’t a dream — it’s a responsibility. 🌱🤝
Yet as we ring in the new year, 318 million people face acute hunger in 2026.
This is a call to action. Ending hunger isn’t a dream — it’s a responsibility. 🌱🤝
Despite another year of immense humanitarian challenges, WFP assistance helped pull communities back from the brink and build resilience to future shocks wherever possible.
Here's 12 stories you may have missed in 2025. https://www.wfp.org/stories/tackling-hunger-2025-stories-you-may-have-missed
Here's 12 stories you may have missed in 2025. https://www.wfp.org/stories/tackling-hunger-2025-stories-you-may-have-missed
Tackling hunger in 2025: Stories you may have missed | World Food Programme
How the World Food Programme helps people in emergencies and fosters independence
www.wfp.org
December 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Despite another year of immense humanitarian challenges, WFP assistance helped pull communities back from the brink and build resilience to future shocks wherever possible.
Here's 12 stories you may have missed in 2025. https://www.wfp.org/stories/tackling-hunger-2025-stories-you-may-have-missed
Here's 12 stories you may have missed in 2025. https://www.wfp.org/stories/tackling-hunger-2025-stories-you-may-have-missed
As a new year begins, families in Gaza continue to hold on to hope.
In 2026, WFP will continue to stand by families in need, supporting food security and the path toward recovery.
In 2026, WFP will continue to stand by families in need, supporting food security and the path toward recovery.
December 31, 2025 at 3:26 PM
As a new year begins, families in Gaza continue to hold on to hope.
In 2026, WFP will continue to stand by families in need, supporting food security and the path toward recovery.
In 2026, WFP will continue to stand by families in need, supporting food security and the path toward recovery.
There's enough food in the world to feed everyone.
Yet, global hunger is deepening: an estimated 318 million people face crisis levels of hunger next year.
Together, we can turn the tide.
➡️Learn more in WFP's Global Outlook for 2026: https://ow.ly/SRwk50XJEVA
Yet, global hunger is deepening: an estimated 318 million people face crisis levels of hunger next year.
Together, we can turn the tide.
➡️Learn more in WFP's Global Outlook for 2026: https://ow.ly/SRwk50XJEVA
December 31, 2025 at 9:01 AM
There's enough food in the world to feed everyone.
Yet, global hunger is deepening: an estimated 318 million people face crisis levels of hunger next year.
Together, we can turn the tide.
➡️Learn more in WFP's Global Outlook for 2026: https://ow.ly/SRwk50XJEVA
Yet, global hunger is deepening: an estimated 318 million people face crisis levels of hunger next year.
Together, we can turn the tide.
➡️Learn more in WFP's Global Outlook for 2026: https://ow.ly/SRwk50XJEVA
This is what delivering WFP assistance looks like just 16 km from the frontline in #Ukraine with a constant risk of shelling.
Around 420,000 people living near the frontline face severe food insecurity. Humanitarian support is essential to help get them through the winter months.
Around 420,000 people living near the frontline face severe food insecurity. Humanitarian support is essential to help get them through the winter months.
December 29, 2025 at 5:11 PM
This is what delivering WFP assistance looks like just 16 km from the frontline in #Ukraine with a constant risk of shelling.
Around 420,000 people living near the frontline face severe food insecurity. Humanitarian support is essential to help get them through the winter months.
Around 420,000 people living near the frontline face severe food insecurity. Humanitarian support is essential to help get them through the winter months.
🌱 From unfamiliar to unstoppable.
Hauwa now grows cucumbers, peppers & tomatoes year-round thanks to WFP greenhouse training in #Nigeria
Her harvest feeds her family, neighbors, and dreams. #ZeroHunger 💙
Hauwa now grows cucumbers, peppers & tomatoes year-round thanks to WFP greenhouse training in #Nigeria
Her harvest feeds her family, neighbors, and dreams. #ZeroHunger 💙
December 25, 2025 at 3:25 PM
🌱 From unfamiliar to unstoppable.
Hauwa now grows cucumbers, peppers & tomatoes year-round thanks to WFP greenhouse training in #Nigeria
Her harvest feeds her family, neighbors, and dreams. #ZeroHunger 💙
Hauwa now grows cucumbers, peppers & tomatoes year-round thanks to WFP greenhouse training in #Nigeria
Her harvest feeds her family, neighbors, and dreams. #ZeroHunger 💙
While famine has been pushed back in #Gaza over 100,000 people across the Strip continue to endure catastrophic levels of food insecurity.
WFP will continue to expand its programmes to reach the most vulnerable, wherever they are.
WFP will continue to expand its programmes to reach the most vulnerable, wherever they are.
December 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
While famine has been pushed back in #Gaza over 100,000 people across the Strip continue to endure catastrophic levels of food insecurity.
WFP will continue to expand its programmes to reach the most vulnerable, wherever they are.
WFP will continue to expand its programmes to reach the most vulnerable, wherever they are.
🚨An estimated 500,000 people have fled violence in #DRCongo's South Kivu since the beginning of December.
WFP is on the ground, but more support is urgently needed as the crisis teeters on the brink of a hunger catastrophe.
🔗https://ow.ly/Wzas50XNABi
WFP is on the ground, but more support is urgently needed as the crisis teeters on the brink of a hunger catastrophe.
🔗https://ow.ly/Wzas50XNABi
December 23, 2025 at 10:46 AM
🚨An estimated 500,000 people have fled violence in #DRCongo's South Kivu since the beginning of December.
WFP is on the ground, but more support is urgently needed as the crisis teeters on the brink of a hunger catastrophe.
🔗https://ow.ly/Wzas50XNABi
WFP is on the ground, but more support is urgently needed as the crisis teeters on the brink of a hunger catastrophe.
🔗https://ow.ly/Wzas50XNABi
With the #ShareTheMeal app, anyone, anywhere, can support someone in need to feed their family. 🥘💙
Download the app to give the gift of food today. 🎁✨
Have you shared a meal? sharethemeal.org
Download the app to give the gift of food today. 🎁✨
Have you shared a meal? sharethemeal.org
December 22, 2025 at 2:59 PM
With the #ShareTheMeal app, anyone, anywhere, can support someone in need to feed their family. 🥘💙
Download the app to give the gift of food today. 🎁✨
Have you shared a meal? sharethemeal.org
Download the app to give the gift of food today. 🎁✨
Have you shared a meal? sharethemeal.org
In #Gaza WFP distribution networks are fully operational again, reaching over 1 million people.
But challenges persist. Progress must now move beyond survival.
WFP's Country Director explains what he's seeing on the ground ⤵️
But challenges persist. Progress must now move beyond survival.
WFP's Country Director explains what he's seeing on the ground ⤵️
December 20, 2025 at 8:01 AM
In #Gaza WFP distribution networks are fully operational again, reaching over 1 million people.
But challenges persist. Progress must now move beyond survival.
WFP's Country Director explains what he's seeing on the ground ⤵️
But challenges persist. Progress must now move beyond survival.
WFP's Country Director explains what he's seeing on the ground ⤵️
🆕Famine in #Gaza has been pushed back following the ceasefire and improved humanitarian and commercial access.
But 77% of families still face high levels of hunger. UN agencies urge for continued support to help families recover and move toward self-sufficiency.
🔗https://ow.ly/IONX50XMAOK
But 77% of families still face high levels of hunger. UN agencies urge for continued support to help families recover and move toward self-sufficiency.
🔗https://ow.ly/IONX50XMAOK
December 19, 2025 at 4:35 PM
🆕Famine in #Gaza has been pushed back following the ceasefire and improved humanitarian and commercial access.
But 77% of families still face high levels of hunger. UN agencies urge for continued support to help families recover and move toward self-sufficiency.
🔗https://ow.ly/IONX50XMAOK
But 77% of families still face high levels of hunger. UN agencies urge for continued support to help families recover and move toward self-sufficiency.
🔗https://ow.ly/IONX50XMAOK
A school-turned transit centre in #Ukraine's Kharkiv region supported over 4,100 evacuees last month.
Together with our partners, WFP provides ready-to-eat food kits and cash assistance to those relocating to safer areas.
Together with our partners, WFP provides ready-to-eat food kits and cash assistance to those relocating to safer areas.
December 18, 2025 at 1:46 PM
A school-turned transit centre in #Ukraine's Kharkiv region supported over 4,100 evacuees last month.
Together with our partners, WFP provides ready-to-eat food kits and cash assistance to those relocating to safer areas.
Together with our partners, WFP provides ready-to-eat food kits and cash assistance to those relocating to safer areas.
We’re delighted to welcome actress Moon So-ri as our newest WFP Goodwill Ambassador! 🌏✨
Through her powerful storytelling, she is helping shine a spotlight on the global hunger crisis and inspire solidarity. 🍽️💙 https://ow.ly/SwG250XKKej
Through her powerful storytelling, she is helping shine a spotlight on the global hunger crisis and inspire solidarity. 🍽️💙 https://ow.ly/SwG250XKKej
December 17, 2025 at 9:21 AM
We’re delighted to welcome actress Moon So-ri as our newest WFP Goodwill Ambassador! 🌏✨
Through her powerful storytelling, she is helping shine a spotlight on the global hunger crisis and inspire solidarity. 🍽️💙 https://ow.ly/SwG250XKKej
Through her powerful storytelling, she is helping shine a spotlight on the global hunger crisis and inspire solidarity. 🍽️💙 https://ow.ly/SwG250XKKej
🆘 #Afghanistan is bracing for a harsh and unforgiving winter as multiple crises converge.
While the crisis deepens, humanitarian aid is shrinking.
Millions are going without the support needed to curb severe hunger and malnutrition. https://ow.ly/QpQN50XKc1g
While the crisis deepens, humanitarian aid is shrinking.
Millions are going without the support needed to curb severe hunger and malnutrition. https://ow.ly/QpQN50XKc1g
December 16, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🆘 #Afghanistan is bracing for a harsh and unforgiving winter as multiple crises converge.
While the crisis deepens, humanitarian aid is shrinking.
Millions are going without the support needed to curb severe hunger and malnutrition. https://ow.ly/QpQN50XKc1g
While the crisis deepens, humanitarian aid is shrinking.
Millions are going without the support needed to curb severe hunger and malnutrition. https://ow.ly/QpQN50XKc1g
In #Sudan escaping besieged areas does not mean safety. Families are reaching places already overwhelmed - sleeping in makeshift shelters with minimal aid.
WFP's Ross Smith warns needs in North Darfur and Kadugli are outpacing resources. ⤵️
WFP's Ross Smith warns needs in North Darfur and Kadugli are outpacing resources. ⤵️
December 13, 2025 at 9:01 AM
In #Sudan escaping besieged areas does not mean safety. Families are reaching places already overwhelmed - sleeping in makeshift shelters with minimal aid.
WFP's Ross Smith warns needs in North Darfur and Kadugli are outpacing resources. ⤵️
WFP's Ross Smith warns needs in North Darfur and Kadugli are outpacing resources. ⤵️
Food unites us all. But next year, an estimated 318 million people face crisis levels of hunger.
Protecting access to food is a human right, and central to safety, dignity and global security. Hunger anywhere threatens peace everywhere.
#HumanRightsDay
Protecting access to food is a human right, and central to safety, dignity and global security. Hunger anywhere threatens peace everywhere.
#HumanRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Food unites us all. But next year, an estimated 318 million people face crisis levels of hunger.
Protecting access to food is a human right, and central to safety, dignity and global security. Hunger anywhere threatens peace everywhere.
#HumanRightsDay
Protecting access to food is a human right, and central to safety, dignity and global security. Hunger anywhere threatens peace everywhere.
#HumanRightsDay
WFP food assistance is a lifeline for communities like Rasool's in #Afghanistan
Last winter, WFP assistance sustained 6 million people across the country. This year, far fewer will receive help.
Urgent support is needed to ensure this lifeline reaches those who need it most.
Last winter, WFP assistance sustained 6 million people across the country. This year, far fewer will receive help.
Urgent support is needed to ensure this lifeline reaches those who need it most.
December 10, 2025 at 1:26 PM
WFP food assistance is a lifeline for communities like Rasool's in #Afghanistan
Last winter, WFP assistance sustained 6 million people across the country. This year, far fewer will receive help.
Urgent support is needed to ensure this lifeline reaches those who need it most.
Last winter, WFP assistance sustained 6 million people across the country. This year, far fewer will receive help.
Urgent support is needed to ensure this lifeline reaches those who need it most.
WFP food parcels, hot meals and now digital payments have helped Somaya sustain her family.
Across #Gaza most households depend on aid. A lasting recovery will require more than supplies — it needs livelihoods, resilient food systems and nutritious diets so families can rebuild.
Across #Gaza most households depend on aid. A lasting recovery will require more than supplies — it needs livelihoods, resilient food systems and nutritious diets so families can rebuild.
December 9, 2025 at 3:26 PM
WFP food parcels, hot meals and now digital payments have helped Somaya sustain her family.
Across #Gaza most households depend on aid. A lasting recovery will require more than supplies — it needs livelihoods, resilient food systems and nutritious diets so families can rebuild.
Across #Gaza most households depend on aid. A lasting recovery will require more than supplies — it needs livelihoods, resilient food systems and nutritious diets so families can rebuild.
For families like Maryam’s in northern #Nigeria, farming is a daily gamble: one attack could wipe out their harvest - or worse.
Conflict is worsening hunger in the region, with 6M people expected to face acute food insecurity. More support is urgent. https://ow.ly/kC1e50XFYHW
Conflict is worsening hunger in the region, with 6M people expected to face acute food insecurity. More support is urgent. https://ow.ly/kC1e50XFYHW
Northern Nigeria's toxic mix of violence and hunger | World Food Programme
WFP warns shrinking aid and region's alarming food security outlook risks fueling more instability - with potential spillovers across West Africa
ow.ly
December 8, 2025 at 9:35 PM
For families like Maryam’s in northern #Nigeria, farming is a daily gamble: one attack could wipe out their harvest - or worse.
Conflict is worsening hunger in the region, with 6M people expected to face acute food insecurity. More support is urgent. https://ow.ly/kC1e50XFYHW
Conflict is worsening hunger in the region, with 6M people expected to face acute food insecurity. More support is urgent. https://ow.ly/kC1e50XFYHW
#CycloneDitwah Over 1.5 million people have been affected across Sri Lanka, with thousands sheltering in displacement centers.
WFP teams are on the ground supporting the government's response. Hear from WFP's Country Director Philip Ward ⬇️
WFP teams are on the ground supporting the government's response. Hear from WFP's Country Director Philip Ward ⬇️
December 5, 2025 at 11:40 AM
#CycloneDitwah Over 1.5 million people have been affected across Sri Lanka, with thousands sheltering in displacement centers.
WFP teams are on the ground supporting the government's response. Hear from WFP's Country Director Philip Ward ⬇️
WFP teams are on the ground supporting the government's response. Hear from WFP's Country Director Philip Ward ⬇️