Famine
Coverage of Famine in the Nexus archive.
- How the Houthis cornered Saudi Arabia into a new conflict
The Houthis and Saudi Arabia are engaged in a conflict that has pushed Yemen to the brink of famine. A fragile truce paused the war in 2022.
- Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse
The world’s leading authority on food insecurity reported improved conditions in Gaza following a famine that affected parts of the Palestinian territory last year. However, the gains remain fragile with potential for deterioration.
- Sudan risks deeper hunger crisis due to war, aid cuts and Hormuz disruption, says WFP
Sudan faces a worsening hunger crisis due to ongoing conflict, aid funding cuts, and rising agricultural costs linked to disruptions in the Hormuz region, according to a World Food Programme official. The situation threatens to undo recent progress made after famine affected parts of the country.
- Odds of a Super El Niño are rising, and that could have deadly consequences
The odds of a Super El Niño are increasing, which could lead to deadly consequences such as more powerful typhoons, famine, and wildfires. The climate system is linked to these extreme weather and agricultural impacts.
- Families forced into displacement by famine in Sudan
Families in Sudan are experiencing hunger and displacement due to ongoing conflict. Millions rely on inconsistent and limited humanitarian aid, exacerbating the crisis.
- Global hunger report warns of rising malnutrition and famine risks
The Global hunger report highlights rising malnutrition and famine risks, with conflict identified as the primary cause of acute food shortages affecting nearly 150 million people.
- UN aid chief warns of possible ‘full-scale famine’ in South Sudan
UN aid chief Tom Fletcher warns that South Sudan is at risk of slipping into 'full-scale famine and collapse'. The statement highlights the urgent humanitarian crisis in the country.
- UN warns South Sudan at risk of ‘full-scale famine’ as fighting intensifies
The UN warns that South Sudan is at risk of a full-scale famine due to intensifying conflict and rising humanitarian needs. UN aid chief Tom Fletcher highlights that hunger is worsening amid ongoing violence.