Food Security Update | World Bank Solutions to Food Insecurity This page in:English Español Français العربية

Food Security Update | World Bank Solutions to Food Insecurity Current state of food security in the world. Facts and statistics about food insecurity, its causes and challenges, geographic data and further resources. https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/agriculture/brief/food-security-update

Climate-smart agriculture

Climate-smart agriculture Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) is an integrated approach to managing landscapes—cropland, livestock, forests and fisheries--that address the interlinked challenges of food security and climate change. https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/climate-smart-agriculture Climate change and food and nutrition insecurity pose two of the greatest development challenges of our time. Yet a more sustainable food system can not only heal the planet, but ensure food security for all.

Agribusiness and Value Chains

Agribusiness and Value Chains Small and medium agribusiness enterprises are critical to link smallholder producers to national markets, meet food demand and create tomorrow’s jobs. The World Bank Group works to increase market access for smallholders and strengthen food value chains. https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/agribusiness

Fragility, Conflict & Violence

Fragility, Conflict & Violence Addressing fragility, conflict, and violence is a strategic priority to achieve our twin goals— end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity. We are working with the global community towards the Sustainable Development Goals—in particular Goal 16 for peace, justice and strong institutions. https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/fragilityconflictviolence

Reforming agriculture policies for growth and employment Diego AriasJorge Caballero January 30, 2026 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/agfood/reforming-policies-for-agribusiness In Malange, Angola, we met Florinda Chilumbo, a farmer who plants fruits and vegetables and sells them at the local market. Although these crops earn her more, she plans to grow maize to qualify for government subsidies and free technical assistance.

Building cyber resilience at national scale: Why strategy matters more than ever Giacomo AssenzaWilliam ZhangFrancesca Spidalieri January 26, 2026 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/digital-development/building-cyber-resilience-at-national-scale--why-strategy-matter?cid=ECR_E_NewsletterWeekly_EN_EXT&deliveryName=DM273195 In 2017, a ransomware spread across multiple countries, causing an estimated $10 billion in damage to businesses worldwide. More recently, in Costa Rica, a major incident in 2022 forced the government to declare a national state of emergency and resulted in losses up to 2.4% of GDP.

Waste Management in the Middle East and North Africa This page in:English Français

https://www.worldbank.org/en/region/mena/publication/waste-management-in-the-middle-east-and-north-africa?cid=ECR_E_NewsletterWeekly_EN_EXT&deliveryName=DM273195 The World Bank’s flagship report, "Waste Management in the Middle East and North Africa," reveals that the region currently generates over 155 million tons of waste each year, a figure projected to nearly double to 294 million tons by 2050. Poor waste management costs the region around US$7.2 billion each year in environmental damage. Food waste alone causes US$60 billion in losses, in a region where one in six people faces severe food insecurity. The report analyzes the challenges and opportunities in the waste sector across the region. Through new data from 19 countries and 26 cities, the report recommends pathways to advance waste management systems, tailored to high-income, middle-income, and fragile/conflict-affected countries. It calls for investment to modernize waste systems, reduce food loss and promote measures in line with the principles of circular economy. The report highlights that up to 83 percent of the waste collected in MENA could be reused, recycled, or recovered for energy. Transitioning to a circular economy could also create better jobs, particularly in waste services and recycling, while turning today’s waste crisis into a driver of sustainable growth. The report analyzes the challenges and opportunities in the waste sector across the region. Through new data from 19 countries and 26 cities, the report recommends pathways to advance waste management systems, tailored to high-income, middle-income, and fragile/conflict-affected countries. It calls for investment to modernize waste systems, reduce food loss and promote measures in line with the principles of circular economy. The report highlights that up to 83 percent of the waste collected in MENA could be reused, recycled, or recovered for energy. Transitioning to a circular economy could also create better jobs, particularly in waste services and recycling, while turning today’s waste crisis into a driver of sustainable growth.