Despite living in an age of unparalleled innovation and resources, 733 million people still face hunger, and nearly one-third of the global population experiences food insecurity. For too long, supply and demand have been the central focus, and addressing the systemic issues that perpetuate food insecurity has slid under the radar.
The solutions to hunger and poverty exist, yet they remain out of reach due to a broken global food governance system.
In April 2024, The Kofi Annan Commission on Food Security (KACFS) was launched to confront these challenges head-on. Comprising seven global leaders in food security and governance, the KACFS has created a roadmap to address these systemic failures and redefine how we address one of humanity’s most pressing challenges.
The solutions to hunger and poverty exist, yet they remain out of reach due to a broken global food governance system.
This report outlines actionable recommendations for reforming the global governance architecture for food and nutrition in light of today’s pressing challenges, including conflict, climate change, and post-pandemic financial pressures.
It calls for a “common commitment” among governments and food systems actors to recognize food security as a universal public good, intrinsically linked to climate governance.
This vision involves building a robust foundation of knowledge, prioritizing prevention and resilience, and establishing clear frameworks of measurement and accountability. By positioning food security as central to global justice, it urges the integration of fragmented frameworks to ensure investments reach those who need them most.
10 Actionable Recommendations
Following a comprehensive review of existing governance institutions, the Commission has identified four headline “governance shifts” required to revive the ambition of zero hunger and ensure food and nutrition security for everyone. Under these shifts, the report lays out 10 actionable recommendations—each with a clear, practical roadmap for implementation.
Governance Shift 1. | Reorienting Action on Agenda 2030: Accelerate Progress on SDG 2 by Enabling More Accountable and Informed Governance
Governance Shift 2. | Delivering on Prevention: Prevent the Slide into Hunger through Peacebuilding for Food Security and Social Protection
Governance Shift 3. | Food as a Global Public Good: Elevate Food Systems Sustainability as a Global Responsibility
Governance Shift 4. | Shaping the Future: Manage Future Food and Nutrition Needs through Anticipatory Approaches
