The Alarming Rise of Hunger: A Call for Responsible Leadership According to the UNICEF 2024 Global Report on Food Crises, nearly 282 million people in 59 countries and territories experienced high levels of acute hunger in 2023, marking an increase of 24 million from the previous year. This alarming statistic is not just a number; it reflects the real and devastating impact on millions of lives worldwide. This increase in hunger is a stark reminder of the failure of our global leadership to address one of the most basic human needs—access to food. Despite the numerous pledges, summits, and policy frameworks, hunger continues to grow, pushing millions of people, especially children, into life-threatening conditions. This is not just a crisis of food; it is a crisis of governance, accountability, and humanity. The rising hunger levels should be a wake-up call for our leaders. It is shameful that in an age of technological advancement and abundant resources, we still struggle to feed the most vulnerable among us. This situation requires immediate and responsible action, not just empty promises or superficial efforts. The rising hunger levels are a failure of our leadership, but they also present an opportunity for change. It is time to move beyond pretentious attitudes and take real, responsible actions. Hunger should not be an issue in our modern world, and it is up to our leaders to make the right choices to ensure a future where every person has access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food. The time to act is now. #geenshafiq #greenmabugo #greenrajita #farming #environment #sustainability #sustainablefood
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🌍 Ending Hunger is Possible: A Value-Added Income Approach In 2015, we committed to ending hunger by 2030. Yet today, 733 million people—or 1 in 11—still face hunger, and projections indicate that the situation could worsen by 2030. 💸 The cost of ending hunger has soared: • 2020: $330 billion • 2024: $540 billion Recent global challenges and underinvestment have added $210 billion to this total. While we produce enough food to feed the world, it often fails to reach those in need. Vulnerable populations still lack the means to access it. Although direct aid can provide short-term relief, it is costly and requires complementary long-term solutions. 🌱 Our new study outlines a sustainable path forward A powerful solution is to focus on income generation for those affected by hunger and poverty, through local value addition in the agrifood sector. By investing in increasing productivity and expanding local food production and processing, we can empower communities, enhance food access, and foster resilience. 👉 Discover the six key action areas for achieving a World without Hunger in the new UNIDO-FAO study: https://lnkd.in/dHTSqwna Together, we can end hunger by investing in solutions that promote resilience, economic growth, and self-reliance. 🌱✨ FAO #WWHC #WorldWithoutHunger #SustainableDevelopment #EndHunger #SDGs #AWorldWithoutHungerIsPossible
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