The longest drought on record drove Somalia to the brink of famine in 2022, averted at the eleventh hour by an unprecedented humanitarian scale-up led by the World Food Programme (WFP) and partners. 

But the hunger crisis is far from over, with recurrent droughts and floods, conflict and high food prices threatening to displace families, disrupt farming, restrict market access and increase humanitarian needs. 

A total of 4.6 million people are facing crisis levels of hunger while 1.5 million children under 5 are suffering acute malnutrition.

WFP addresses basic needs in Somalia in times of crisis. We also work with the Government and other partners on projects to build longer-term food security and resilience against future disasters. 

However, critical funding gaps mean WFP is forced to prioritize and reduce assistance at a time when hunger is once again on the rise.

What the World Food Programme is doing in Somalia

Emergency food and nutrition assistance

As the largest humanitarian agency in Somalia, WFP rapidly responds during disasters to help families meet their basic needs. We deliver life-saving food assistance through in-kind rations or through cash, which gives recipients more choice and creates new markets for local producers and retailers. We also deliver specially fortified nutritious foods to help treat and prevent malnutrition in children, pregnant and breastfeeding women.

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Partners and donors

Achieving Zero Hunger is the work of many. Our work in Somalia is made possible by the support and collaboration of our partners and donors, including:
USA Canada Germany Japan United Kingdom

Operations in Somalia

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Contacts

Office

UN Crescent, Gigiri. PO Box 64902 - 00620
Somalia

Phone
+254 2 622930
Fax
+254 2 622058
Email
somalia.feedback@wfp.org
For media inquiries
wfp.media@wfp.org
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