Coup in Niger could exacerbate humanitarian crisis
Action Against Hunger has suspended some of our programs in Niger, and our teams are standing by to resume them as soon as possible.
Press releases and statements
Read the latest press releases, news and statements from our Media team.
Projected aid increases fall short of abating hunger levels, warns Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger responds to the newly released Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office’s (FCDO) annual report
Action Against Hunger Responds to the Suspension of the Black Sea Grain Deal
This statement comes after Russia announced its intention to suspend its participation in the deal, which expired at 9 pm on 17th July.
Action Against Hunger responds to FAO's SOFI report
The charity reacts to the FAO's annual flagship report: "there is a growing disparity between regions and populations affected by hunger, now is not the time for complacency."
Statement on UK government plans to drop £11.6bn climate finance pledge
Action Against Hunger UK's Head of Advocacy, Kate Munro, has commented on why climate change finance should be made additional to overseas aid spending.
Charities urge UK government to help fight the hunger crisis in East Africa
Action Against Hunger UK, along with ten other humanitarian charities, have called on the UK government to close the $5 billion funding gap and tackle the hunger crisis facing 28 million people in Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia and South Sudan.
Action Against Hunger welcomes ceasefire in Gaza and Israel
Action Against Hunger suspended humanitarian operations during the five days of escalation, which included the provision of vital services and employment opportunities for over 65,000 people in Gaza.
Action Against Hunger temporarily suspends its non-vital activities in Afghanistan
We deeply regret the decision announced by the Afghan authorities to ban women from working in humanitarian organisations.
Our response to the Autumn Statement 2022
As the Government extends the freeze on international aid spending, the UK must make tackling the hunger crisis a priority. Read our statement.
Action Against Hunger's response to Russia's suspension of Black Sea grain export deal
Action Against Hunger comments on Russia suspending its backing of the Black Sea grain export deal due to its conflict with Ukraine intensifying.
Joint statement: Aid agencies call for upholding international humanitarian law, protection of civilians and civilian objects in Ukraine
The pattern of escalation in Ukraine has forced several aid agencies to suspend operations in the country over safety concerns for their staff and populations in need of support, until it is safe to resume.
"The clock is ticking": Action Against Hunger UK's response to IPC report
According to a report released from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a panel of independent experts, including Action Against Hunger, said parts of East Africa are facing catastrophic hunger levels.