Written by Alice Njoki
Children in Gaza continue to face a serious food and nutrition crisis, according to a new assessment released on 24 July 2026 by the United Nations and its humanitarian partners. The report found that many children still do not have enough nutritious food, while families across Gaza continue to struggle to meet their daily food needs.
The assessment shows that humanitarian organisations have increased the delivery of food, nutrition supplies, and other essential assistance in recent months. This has helped reduce the number of people facing the most severe levels of hunger. However, the United Nations says millions of people still depend on humanitarian aid, and food insecurity remains a major concern across Gaza.
Children remain among the hardest hit by the crisis. Many continue to be at risk of malnutrition, while others require ongoing nutrition treatment and healthcare. The report says access to nutritious food, clean water, healthcare, and nutrition services remains critical to protecting children’s health and supporting their growth and development.
The report also notes that many families continue to face challenges caused by displacement, damaged infrastructure, and limited access to essential services. These conditions have made it difficult for humanitarian organisations to consistently deliver food and other life-saving assistance to everyone in need.
The United Nations warns that if humanitarian assistance declines, around 1.4 million people nearly two-thirds of Gaza’s population could face acute food insecurity by the end of 2026. Humanitarian agencies are calling for continued support to ensure children and families can access the food, clean water, healthcare, and nutrition services they urgently need.
The latest findings show that while humanitarian assistance has improved access to food in some areas, many children in Gaza continue to face hunger and poor nutrition. The United Nations says sustained humanitarian support will be essential to protect children’s lives and improve their health and wellbeing.