The recent crisis in the Horn of Africa—so reminiscent of the 1980s—may suggest that fighting famine is futile. But better tools, heavier hitters, and the benefits of child sponsorship are saving lives.
Who’s hungry? Around the world, 925 million people—more than the populations of North America and South America combined—go hungry on a daily basis. Here are a few fast facts to help you grasp the severity of the problem.