Famine is a stark reminder of how fragile food systems can collapse under the weight of conflict, climate shock, or political crisis. Today, the world is witnessing some of the most acute hunger emergencies in decades. Famine has been officially confirmed in parts of Sudan and across Gaza, where more than half a million people face catastrophic food insecurity.
However, this isn't the only time that famine has hit, and there have been many recorded instances in the past. So, what do people eat when resources are low and desperation hits? Click on to find out.