The agency plans to obtain more than 1,200 tonnes of fortified cookies, which will provide 200,000 girls and boys of primary age for about three months.
“For many children, the daily snack they receive during the first break of the day is often their only nutritious meal, giving them energy to stay healthy, focused and ready to learn” Wfp in Afghanistan.
Food security
“PAM in Afghanistan has launched its school food program for more than two decades to connect food security and better nutrition with education,” said Chimuka.
School food activities have played a crucial role in improving attendance, retention and learning results.
Primary schools participating in the program have seen registrations increase by almost 11% in 2024 compared to 2023, while attendance also improved, reaching an average of 87% in class, at two percentage points greater than WFP.
Algae farming, a potential key engine of sustainable development in Latin America
Over the past decade, algae agriculture has increased by 66% in Latin America and the Caribbean, a new report of the organization of food and agriculture (Faofound it.
The practice of cultivation and harvesting algae or seaweed in the marine environment offers a relatively low carbon method to produce very nutritious foods while supporting rural livelihoods, according to international experts gathered during a regional workshop in Chile.
Algae agriculture is vital for sustainable coastal development in Latin America, according to experts, highlighting its nutritional value and the need for clearer and coordinated regulations.
Unexploited potential
The widening of algae culture has significant unexploited potential for sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
However, while countries like Brazil, Chile and Venezuela direct production, most initiatives in the region remain on a small scale.
However, with an increase of 66% in the last decade, experts have seen the main growth opportunities. Support emerging producers, diversify species and invest in research and technology – including AI and biotechnology – could offer economic and environmental advantages.
Strengthening the participation of the community, especially among women and young people, will also be essential. With coordinated action and inclusive policies, algae agriculture could become a key engine for resilient coastal development.
Hundreds of thousands affected by severe drought in Somalia
Hundreds of thousands of people were affected by severe drought in the central and northern Somalia regions, according to the UN humanitarian coordination office, Ochha.
With increasing food insecurity, the decrease in access to water and grazing and major disruptions of livelihoods, a joint assessment of United Nations agencies and partners is currently underway in Puntland and Somaliland to determine key needs.
The wells are dry
An analysis of the organization of food and agriculture (FAO) noted that more than 880,000 Somalians are currently living in severe areas affected by 16 districts, the humanitarian workers in the field reported that the water wells have dried and that more than 160 boreholes no longer work.
Although the unmanaged Somalia humanitarian fund is preparing to allocate resources for urgent help to save life, only 17% of the plan has been funded to date.
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
