Soil degradation, rising population, water scarcity, and a lack of capital put which of the following regions at the greatest risk for famine and malnutrition?

Sub-Saharan Africa is especially vulnerable to famine and malnutrition because soil degradation, rapid population growth, and water scarcity can reduce food production, while limited capital makes it harder to improve farming and respond to shortages. The best answer is sub-Saharan Africa.

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