The World Food Programme (WFP) and other United Nations agencies are set to reduce their workforce significantly due to funding cuts, predominantly from the United States. This comes amid a broader trend of diminished international aid, with reports indicating that agencies like UNICEF and OCHA might reduce staff by around 20%. WFP, which sources 46% of its funds from the US, anticipates a workforce cut of 30%, marking the most severe layoffs in 25 years. This decision has serious implications for global hunger relief efforts, as indicated by UN officials.
The World Food Programme anticipates cutting up to 30% of its staff due to significant funding reductions, primarily from the United States, affecting global aid efforts.
Secretary General Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern over the drastic funding cuts, emphasizing the potential increase in hunger and starvation among vulnerable populations.
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