UK pledges an extra £47m in aid as agencies warn of ‘catastrophic hunger’
by Kaamil Ahmed from on (#5C8H3)
Coronavirus, conflict and cuts to UN funding are increasing the risks of food insecurity and acute malnutrition in 2021
The government has promised 47m in extra emergency aid for 2021 as it becomes clear that the coming year will see a dramatic rise in people struggling for food.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said on Wednesday it will provide more aid for food, water, hygiene and shelter in 11 countries, including 8m to Africa's Sahel region, where the UN has warned of catastrophic hunger.
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