The hungriest countries in the world in 2026

Here are the world's hungriest countries according to the latest UN Hunger Hotspots Report published in November 2025.
Meet the communities Action Against Hunger supports around the world and the inspiring staff who are transforming lives.

Here are the world's hungriest countries according to the latest UN Hunger Hotspots Report published in November 2025.

Our work is only possible because of the incredible people who risk their lives every day to help others.

Civil war continues to devastate communities in Sudan – causing one of the largest refugee and hunger crises in the world. Forced to flee, many women and children become refugees in South Sudan.

When Medina’s 18-month-old daughter Munira became sick, she did everything she could to get her the treatment she needed.
As soon as she heard of Action Against Hunger’s malnutrition treatment programme near their home in Ethiopia, their lives changed for the better.

From Bangladesh to Colombia, Ethiopia to Afghanistan, these are the stories of people facing conflict, climate disasters, and hunger — and finding strength through support. Thanks to you, families are growing food, rebuilding businesses, and helping their children recover and thrive.

This year marks a major milestone for Action Against Hunger UK as we celebrate three decades of fighting global hunger and malnutrition in some of the world’s toughest environments.

While the blockade of humanitarian aid entering Gaza continues, Action Against Hunger’s food supplies are expected to last three more weeks in the North and only two more weeks in the South.

In this blog, Steve Race MP writes that with hunger and malnutrition on the rise, the world needs bold action – and the UK has a vital role to play.

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake has caused devastation in Myanmar. But communities are working together to getting life-saving aid to people in need. Hear from our team in Myanmar on how local people are showing resilience and strength through emergency response efforts.

Discover the stories of three children recovering from life-threatening hunger, thanks to their mothers' love and Action Against Hunger's programmes.

How a restored water supply and new roads created new beginnings for Palestinians living in a community in the West Bank.

On the day that war broke out in Gaza, Aisha discovered she was pregnant with her first child. Now, 9 months later, the conflict continues. Read her story.