South Sudan Faces Escalating Hunger Crisis in 2026
IRC warns of worsening hunger in South Sudan due to conflict, floods, and economic challenges, urging immediate global intervention in 2026.
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IRC warns of worsening hunger in South Sudan due to conflict, floods, and economic challenges, urging immediate global intervention in 2026.
The US suspends aid to Somalia’s government following allegations of aid diversion, raising concerns over humanitarian impact and regional stability.
China’s 2025 Rural Work Conference outlines strategies to modernize agriculture, ensure food security, and bridge urban-rural gaps amid global challenges.
UN launches $1.71B appeal for Afghanistan’s 2026 crisis, targeting 21.9M in need amid climate shocks and mass returnee influx.
Chinese scientists announce breakthroughs in precision-designed seeds, enhancing yields and sustainability to address global food security challenges in 2025.
Ong Tee Keat highlights China’s tech initiatives as pivotal for addressing ASEAN’s food insecurity and environmental crises in 2025.
UN declares Gaza famine over but warns 100,000 still face catastrophic food conditions. Ceasefire eases aid access, but winter floods and political tensions threaten stability.
Greece struggles with record food waste despite economic hardships, highlighting a growing EU sustainability challenge as households and policymakers seek solutions.
China’s grain production reaches 714.88 million tonnes in 2025, marking a 1.2% increase and reinforcing food security amid global challenges.
Climate extremes in 2025 threaten global food systems, with WFP experts urging immediate action on agricultural resilience during critical UN environment talks.
China unveils ambitious plans to bolster rural revitalization and agricultural modernization by 2027, aiming to strengthen food security and enhance living conditions in rural areas.
On January 8, Sudan began distributing 1,250 tonnes of rice donated by China to districts across the country to alleviate food shortages and support vulnerable communities.
China’s state-owned grain reserve enterprises are expected to purchase around 420 million tonnes of grain in 2024, marking the second consecutive year of purchases exceeding 400 million tonnes.
Chinese scientists have developed a novel gene-editing approach to create heat-resistant crops, boosting yields and combating the effects of global warming on agriculture.
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning criticizes U.S. claims that Chinese garlic poses a major threat to U.S. food security, urging rationality and common sense from U.S. politicians.
China’s 2024 grain output reached a record high of 706.5 million tonnes, marking a 1.6 percent increase from last year, according to official data released on Friday.
Chinese scientists are urgently developing heat-resistant potato varieties as climate change threatens yields, posing risks to global food security.
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa announces plans to focus on inclusive growth, food security, and artificial intelligence during the country’s upcoming G20 presidency.
China’s new rice variety is set to double yields in Kenya, offering hope for food self-sufficiency and poverty reduction. Kenyan expert John Kimani praises the innovation’s potential impact.
APEC leaders in Lima urge enhanced multilateral cooperation to tackle challenges in trade, environment, food, and energy security, as declared in the 2024 Machu Picchu Declaration.