Western nations and the EU have issued a joint warning about worsening food insecurity in Sudan, citing conflict, drought, and funding shortfalls as key factors.
More than 33 million people in Sudan require humanitarian assistance, according to the World Health Organization, as the ongoing civil war, drought, and funding cuts worsen the crisis. The joint statement by the US and 30 other Western states highlights that conflict is the main driver of the hunger crisis, damaging infrastructure and disrupting food production.
The statement estimates that 19.5 million people, or 41% of Sudan's population, are experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity, with five million facing emergency levels of hunger. As of September, only 40% of Sudan's 2026 humanitarian needs plan had been funded, exacerbating the situation.
Why it matters
The worsening crisis limits immediate aid access and strains local resources in Sudan.
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What to watch
Watch whether international donors adjust funding levels in response to the deepening crisis in Sudan.
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