The 2025 State of Food and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report reveals that 720 million people—or 8.2% of the global population—were undernourished in 2024. While this marks a slight improvement from previous years (8.5% in 2023 and 8.7% in 2022), the numbers remain higher than pre-pandemic levels and the 2015 baseline when the UN launched its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Key Findings:
- Asia has the largest number of undernourished people at 323 million, followed by Africa with 307 million.
- Africa faces the highest intensity of hunger, with over 20% of its population affected.
- Latin America and the Caribbean have 34 million undernourished individuals.
- Globally, 2.3 billion people experienced moderate or severe food insecurity in 2024.
Future Projections:
The report projects that by 2030, 512 million people will still be undernourished globally, falling short of the Zero Hunger goal. Africa alone is expected to account for 60% of that number, with 17.6% of its population facing chronic hunger.
Challenges:
Progress is hindered by factors such as conflict, climate change, economic instability, and inequitable food systems. While parts of Asia and Latin America show improvement, many African regions continue to struggle.
About the Report:
The SOFI report is a joint effort by FAO, IFAD, UNICEF, WFP, and WHO, tracking progress toward SDG 2: Zero Hunger. It offers data-driven insights and policy guidance to combat hunger and malnutrition worldwide.
