Hunger

A national inquiry by the South African Human Rights Commission in March found that hunger is worsening due to persistent inequality, unemployment and rising food costs. The findings highlight how post-apartheid gains have been reversed since the 2008 financial crisis.

March 06, 2026 Reported by AI

Councilors in Turkana County have expressed concern over the government's uneven response to a drought affecting all 30 wards in the county. They state that more than 120,000 families require emergency aid due to severe food shortages, while remote areas have yet to receive assistance because of transportation challenges.