‘Spiraling crisis’ in Haiti demands continued global attention: WFP
Haiti – The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that the “spiraling crisis” in Haiti demands continued global attention, as the country faces a dire humanitarian situation.
In a press release issued on 25 October 2024, the WFP said that Haiti is facing a “perfect storm” of challenges, including political instability, violence, and natural disasters. The country has also been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic and the global food crisis.
As a result of these challenges, Haiti is now facing severe food insecurity. The WFP estimates that more than 4 million people in Haiti are facing acute hunger, and that this number is expected to rise to 5 million by the end of the year.
The WFP said that the situation in Haiti is “alarming” and that “urgent action is needed to prevent a full-blown humanitarian catastrophe.” The organization is calling for increased humanitarian assistance from the international community, including food aid, nutrition support, and cash transfers.
The WFP also called on the Haitian government to take urgent steps to address the root causes of the crisis, including political instability, violence, and corruption. The organization said that the government needs to work with the international community to develop a comprehensive plan to address the humanitarian crisis and to build a more stable and prosperous future for Haiti.
The WFP’s warning comes amid growing concern about the humanitarian situation in Haiti. The United Nations has warned that Haiti is on the brink of a famine, and that the country is facing its worst humanitarian crisis in decades.
The international community has pledged to provide assistance to Haiti, but more needs to be done to address the dire humanitarian situation. The WFP is calling on all stakeholders to work together to prevent a full-blown humanitarian catastrophe in Haiti.
Additional information:
- The WFP is the leading humanitarian organization fighting hunger worldwide. The organization provides food assistance to more than 100 million people in over 80 countries each year.
- Haiti is one of the poorest countries in the world. The country has a long history of political instability and violence.
- The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on Haiti. The country has been hit by multiple waves of the virus, and the healthcare system is struggling to cope.
- The global food crisis has also had a major impact on Haiti. The country imports most of its food, and the rising cost of food is making it difficult for people to afford to eat.
‘Spiralling crisis’ in Haiti demands continued global attention: WFP
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