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Morocco Climbs to 48th Place in Global Hunger Index Amid Worldwide Food Security Challenges
Morocco has made significant strides in combating hunger, rising to 48th place out of 127 countries in the 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI), as reported by Germany's Welt Hunger Hilfe. This improvement reflects the nation's dedication to enhancing food security through targeted agricultural policies and development strategies.
The country's ascent in the rankings can be attributed to initiatives such as the Green Morocco Plan and the Generation Green program. These efforts have focused on modernizing agricultural practices, boosting rural development, and promoting sustainability. Improved water resource management has also played a crucial role in Morocco's progress towards reducing hunger.
However, the global landscape painted by the GHI report remains concerning. Despite Morocco's advancements, 42 countries still face "severe" or "alarming" levels of hunger. The report indicates that more than half of the analyzed nations are not on track to achieve low hunger levels by 2030, casting doubt on the United Nations' Zero Hunger goal. At the current rate, this objective may not be realized until 2160.
The situation is particularly dire in conflict-ridden areas. Gaza, for instance, is experiencing its most severe food crisis in two decades, with nearly its entire population facing acute food shortages. Across Africa, 20 countries are listed among those grappling with the most serious hunger crises. Burundi and South Sudan are experiencing some of the highest levels of food insecurity, exacerbated by ongoing conflicts and climate-related challenges such as droughts and floods.
Other African nations, including Somalia, Chad, and Madagascar, are confronting similar obstacles. Recurring climate shocks continue to strain their food systems, contributing to widespread malnutrition and food shortages. While Morocco has made notable progress, the broader African continent continues to struggle with systemic food insecurity, driven by a complex interplay of conflict, economic instability, and climate change.
The GHI report serves as a stark reminder that global efforts to reduce hunger have stagnated since 2016. This underscores the urgent need for coordinated international action to address the root causes of food insecurity and implement sustainable solutions to ensure adequate nutrition for all.
As Morocco continues to improve its food security situation, its strategies and successes could potentially serve as a model for other nations facing similar challenges. However, the report emphasizes that much work remains to be done on a global scale to combat hunger and achieve the ambitious goal of zero hunger by 2030.