UN Report: 645 million people faced hunger in 2025 - Vatican News
Emily Johnson ·
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Nearly 645 million people – 7.8 percent of the global population – faced hunger in 2025, according to the latest UN SOFI report. While this marks a decline from previous years, with 14 million fewer than 2024, the numbers remain deeply concerning. The report highlights that progress is fragile, threatened by geopolitical tensions and climate risks. In Africa, 309 million people are still undernourished, and child malnutrition remains stubbornly high. The world is far from achieving Zero Hunger by 2030, and urgent action is needed to protect the most vulnerable.