Global Hunger Statistics

1) Number of People Affected by Hunger 

According to the 2022 Global Nutrition Report, 768 million people were affected by hunger in 2021. This represents a significant increase from previous years.

2) Increase in Hunger 

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a dramatic rise in global hunger. 150 million more people have been affected since 2019.

3) Child Malnutrition 

Child malnutrition remains a critical global issue:

– Nearly 1 in 4 children under 5 were stunted

– Approximately 149 million children were stunted

– 45 million children suffered from wasting

4) Economic Impact of Food Insecurity 

The economic toll of food insecurity is staggering, with an estimated annual impact of $3.1 trillion in lost productivity and healthcare costs.

5) Severe Food Insecurity

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report indicates that around 924 million people experienced severe food insecurity in 2021. This reflects the combined impact of various global crises, including:

– COVID-19 pandemic

– Ongoing conflicts

– Economic shocks

Important Note 

The most recent comprehensive data available is from 2021. Figures for 2022 were not confirmed in the latest reports at the time of this compilation.

Sources

1. 2022 Global Nutrition Report
2. State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report