WFP/Humanitarian Assistance

Description What is done in the programme or project and why, what results are pursued, who benefits from the activities and who are involved in the implementation.

In Yemen over 80 % of the population, 21,1 million people, is in need of humanitarian assistance. Over 14 million people are food insecure and 2,1 million are malnourished. The UN appeal 2016 for Yemen is 1,8 billion US dollars. Food security and agriculture sector needs funding of 848,5 million USD. 1,3 million children are at risk of becoming malnourished. Assistance will focus on improving access to healthcare and potable water, protection and increasing food security.