Sudan faces deepening hunger crisis amid drought and conflict
Failed rains, ongoing war and reduced aid supplies threaten millions facing food shortages.
At a glance
- Failed rains have reduced agricultural output
- Ongoing conflict is disrupting food systems
- Aid supplies to the region are shrinking
- Millions face food shortages
Sudan is experiencing a worsening hunger crisis as multiple factors combine to restrict food availability across the country. Failed rains, conflict and declining aid supplies are cited as key drivers of the deteriorating situation.
Millions of people are struggling to find adequate food, with concerns mounting that the crisis could develop into a broader famine.
Why it matters
Sudan's food security crisis affects millions of people and has potential humanitarian implications across the region.
Original reporting
- Daily Tribune (Bahrain)Sudan's Hunger Crisis Deepens as Drought Bites
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