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Kenya faces a rising food insecurity crisis with 2.15 million people affected as of March 2024, up from one million in July 2024. Below-normal rainfall has contributed to significant food …
Over Two Million People in Kenya Face Severe Food Insecurity Read More
The Kenyan government plans to increase coffee production from 50,000 to 150,000 metric tonnes by 2028, supported by Sh500 million in budget allocations. Training programs for farmers and the establishment …
Kenya’s Government Launches Initiative to Triple Coffee Production by 2028 Read More
Zambia’s inflation rate increased to 16.8% in February 2025, the highest since November 2021. Food prices grew by 20.6% while non-food inflation decreased to 11.7%. Month-over-month, consumer prices rose by …
Zambia’s Inflation Rate Sees Notable Increase in February 2025 Read More
Food prices in Goma have soared 18 to 160 percent following the M23 takeover. Supplies were disrupted by conflict, pushing many residents into severe hunger. Essential aid remains blocked, prompting …
Food Prices Surge in Goma Following M23 Rebel Takeover Read More
The World Food Programme in Afghanistan reports severe cuts in aid, leaving many surviving on minimal diets of bread and tea. The Taliban’s takeover has led to economic collapse and …
Afghanistan Faces Dire Food Crisis as Aid Cuts Deepen Read More
In 2024, over 1.4 million infants in Pakistan and 18.2 million globally were born into hunger, largely due to climate change and conflict. Save the Children highlights the urgent need …
Over 1.4 Million Infants Born into Hunger in Pakistan in 2024 Read More
Recent climate change impacts have led to increased prices for chocolate products due to rising cacao production costs. Companies Orion and Haitai Confectionery & Foods recently adjusted their prices significantly, …
Rising Chocolate Prices Linked to Climate Change’s Impact on Cacao Production Read More
JBS, the world’s largest meatpacker, is seeking public funding for climate change solutions, highlighting the low investment in agriculture. CEO Gilberto Tomazoni calls for $300-350 billion for transformation while facing …
JBS Seeks Public Investment to Mitigate Climate Change Impact Read More