1 million Ghanaians to face Food Insecurity between June-August 2024 – WFP Report
As the world grapples with the complex web of challenges surrounding food security, the latest findings from the World Food Program (WFP) paint a sobering picture for Ghana.
According to the preliminary analysis of the Cadre Harmonise (CH) report for March 2024, an estimated 1.05 million people in Ghana are projected to confront food insecurity between June and August 2024.
While this represents a decrease from previous projections, it underscores persistent vulnerabilities within the country’s food system.
The CH analysis, a collaborative effort between WFP, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, and other stakeholders, draws upon the Food Security and Nutrition Monitoring System (FSNMS) to assess the food security situation.
Despite concerted efforts to mitigate the impacts of food insecurity, challenges persist, driven primarily by high food prices compounded by natural hazards such as flooding.
High food prices, exacerbated by natural hazards like flooding, remain significant drivers of food insecurity in Ghana, despite some alleviation in inflation.
This stark reality highlights the profound impact of both economic and environmental factors on the availability and accessibility of food for vulnerable populations.
