The UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (Ocha) has stated that humanitarian agencies in South Sudan have been forced to cut aid due to a funding crisis and an escalating humanitarian situation.
7.76 million people are in extreme need, but due to resource shortages, emergency food assistance will now be prioritized for 3.2 million people who are experiencing the greatest levels of food insecurity.
This implies that only those who are on the verge of starvation will receive assistance, and even then, their rations are being reduced.
“The simple fact is that there are not enough resources available to the humanitarian community to meet the needs in South Sudan,” said Makena Walker, acting country director for the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP).
“Extreme levels of food insecurity and malnutrition affect two-thirds of the country’s population, making it one of the worst food insecurity emergencies in the world.”
Only 46% of the $1.7bn (£1.3bn)) requested by the UN has been received.
Additionally, a funding emergency of more than $300 million is required to support those who are crossing the border to escape the civil war in Sudan.
Source-BBC
