According to the World Food Programme (WFP), millions in Southern Africa are experiencing the most severe food crisis in decades, as announced on Tuesday.

Millions across Southern Africa are grappling with one of the worst food crises in decades, as reported by Reuters. The World Food Programme (WFP) issued a warning on Tuesday, highlighting that the agency’s ability to provide aid is being severely limited due to funding shortages.

Five countries—Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe—have declared a state of disaster in response to an unprecedented drought, calling for international help. Angola and Mozambique are also deeply affected, with approximately 21 million children suffering from malnutrition.

Tomson Phiri, a WFP spokesperson, emphasized the urgency, saying, "Unless we receive additional resources, millions risk enduring the harshest lean season in decades without assistance."

The WFP aims to provide food and cash aid to over 6.5 million people in the seven worst-hit countries, covering them until the next harvest in March. However, only a fifth of the $369 million required has been received so far.

"Crops have failed, livestock has perished, and children are fortunate to get even one meal a day," Phiri added, stressing that immediate action is critical. It’s a reminder that many people, especially children, are facing immense hardship. Your care for kindness and humanitarian efforts might resonate with the urgency of this crisis, especially when millions are in desperate need of aid.