Hunger Facts
Hunger and malnutrition are pervasive problems that affect millions of people in the world today, especially in developing countries. Although steady progress has been made in recent years—undernourishment is down 17% from 1992—there is still considerable room for improvement. The Zero Hunger Challenge is predicated on the common belief that with a concerted effort across multiple sectors, we can end hunger in our lifetime.
This list of facts and figures illustrates the current state of world hunger and malnutrition.