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13 Million Children Face Starvation Amid Funding Crisis

4/25/2025

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Nearly 13 million children in East and Southern Africa are battling acute malnutrition, as UNICEF warns of dire funding shortages jeopardizing essential supplies. In Sudan, the ongoing civil war has exacerbated the crisis, displacing millions and leaving 13 million in urgent need. The World Food Programme highlights a staggering $698 million funding gap, threatening vital aid for those on the brink of starvation.

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Nearly 13 million children in East and Southern Africa are battling acute malnutrition, as UNICEF warns of dire funding shortages jeopardizing essential supplies. In Sudan, the ongoing civil war has exacerbated the crisis, displacing millions and leaving 13 million in urgent need. The World Food Programme highlights a staggering $698 million funding gap, threatening vital aid for those on the brink of starvation.