School meal programs grow by 80 million kids since 2020, unlocking health, learning, and economic benefits worldwide.
The World Food Programme reports 466 million children now receive nutritious school meals—a 20% increase fueled by rising government investments. Beyond hunger relief, school meals enhance attendance, cognitive function, and education quality, while creating millions of jobs in cooking, farming, and supply chains. Africa leads growth with 20 million more children fed, though funding gaps remain in low-income countries, risking progress.
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