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West and Central Africa: WFP calls for sustained food assistance

In January, WFP warned about the combined effects of conflict, displacement and aid reductions.

Illustrative photograph; it does not depict the reported event.
Illustrative photograph; it does not depict the reported event.

On 16 January 2026, the World Food Programme warned about worsening food security in West and Central Africa. It requested over $453 million for the following six months and called for investment in preparedness and resilience.

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The alert highlights links between immediate assistance, nutrition monitoring and livelihoods. The amount relates to January’s appeal.

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Programme alimentaire mondial

Alerte alimentaire du PAM — janvier 2026

Published on January 16, 2026.

Read the official publicationRise for Africa editorial summary based on the cited source. Amounts, programmes and positions are those of the institution concerned.
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