The Crisis
Drought & Water Scarcity
Families walk miles to find water as droughts worsen
Children Most Affected
Many children arrive at school without breakfast
Local Markets: The Heart of Communities
Despite challenges, local markets remain vital for food distribution and community connection across Africa.
Communities Most Affected
Horn of Africa
Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya face devastating drought cycles. In Mogadishu, families walk for days seeking food. Over 23 million need urgent assistance.
Sahel Region
Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, and Chad experience both climate shocks and conflict. In Ouagadougou, displaced families crowd into camps with limited supplies.
Sudan & South Sudan
Civil conflict has displaced millions. In Khartoum and Juba, children are most vulnerable. Nearly 18 million face acute hunger due to ongoing war.
Democratic Republic of Congo
In Kinshasa and eastern regions, 26 million face hunger. Decades of conflict have devastated farming communities.
"Hunger is not a problem of scarcity. It is a problem of priorities."— World Food Programme
Hope & Action
Community Farming
Sustainable agriculture rebuilding food security
Food Distribution
Organizations reaching families in need
Clean Water Access
New wells bringing life to communities
Education & Future
Youth learning to build better tomorrows
Organizations Fighting Hunger
World Food Programme
The world's largest humanitarian organization, feeding 160 million people across Africa.
Action Against Hunger
Working in 50+ countries treating malnutrition and building resilience in the Sahel and Horn.
CARE International
Empowering women and girls with food security programs and sustainable farming.