Global Hunger Declines to 645 Million in 2025, Report Shows
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Why in news
The United Nations released a report indicating a slight decline in global hunger to 645 million people in 2025, highlighting Africa as the most severely affected region.
Background
The UN report states that global hunger decreased from 659 million in 2024 to 645 million in 2025. Approximately 32.7 percent of the global population remains unable to afford a healthy diet, with Gaza identified as a zone of catastrophic hunger.
Facts for Prelims
- FactGlobal hunger count: 645 million people in 2025
- FactGlobal percentage unable to afford healthy diet: 32.7 percent
- BodyUnited Nations (UN) is the body responsible for the hunger monitoring report
- PlaceAfrica: Region housing nearly half of the world's hungry population
For Mains
Q. Analyze the structural and geopolitical factors contributing to persistent food insecurity in Africa and conflict zones despite global efforts to reduce hunger.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical friction: Conflict-driven supply chain disruptions and economic shocks in regions like Gaza
- Climate-agriculture nexus: Impact of extreme weather events on crop yields in sub-Saharan Africa
- Economic inequality: High percentage of population unable to afford healthy diets despite food availability
Keywords: Food Security · Global Governance · Sustainable Development Goals · Conflict-induced Hunger · Resource Distribution
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