Over 50 million people in East and Central Africa face food insecurity as of June 2025.
Conflict, climate shocks, and economic instability are the main drivers.
Countries most affected include Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Prolonged drought and flooding have severely impacted crop production and livestock.
Displacement and limited humanitarian access have worsened the crisis.
According to WFP and FAO, urgent assistance is needed to prevent rising levels of malnutrition and hunger.
