Humanitarian Innovation: A Diplomatic Tool to Address Food Insecurity in Eastern Africa
Publication Date:
2025
Pages:
4
Item Reference:
IB-2025-18
Publication Place:
Bruges
Publication Language:
EN
Copyright Holder:
UNU Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies
Copyright Year:
2025
Policy Brief Type:
Abstract:
- Eastern Africa faces severe food insecurity due to climate change, erratic weather patterns, and ongoing conflicts, leading to displacement and rising food prices.
- The WFP is using cash-based transfers, early warning systems, and climate-resilient farming techniques to improve food security and support local economies.
- WFP’s first regional innovation hub in Eastern Africa fosters collaboration between governments, NGOs, and private sector actors to build sustainable, climate-resilient food systems.
- Barriers such as political instability, infrastructure gaps, and funding constraints hinder humanitarian innovation, requiring stronger regional cooperation and multi-stakeholder engagement.
