Sudan Faces Severe Food Crisis; Nearly 19.5 Million People in Acute Food Insecurity
Over 40% of Sudan's population faces acute food insecurity, with at least 135,000 people in the most severe Phase 5 category characterized by starvation and extreme malnutrition, according to new assessments.
Humanitarian Emergency
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification yesterday warned that over 40% of Sudan's population – nearly 19.5 million people – are facing acute food insecurity. The IPC added that at least 135,000 people were in Phase 5, which is characterized by "extreme food gaps, starvation, very high levels of malnutrition, and death due to disease or acute malnutrition."
Scale of Crisis
The assessment reflects a devastating humanitarian situation stemming from ongoing conflict and economic collapse in the country. The Phase 5 classification represents the most severe food insecurity status, indicating immediate risk of death from starvation and disease.
Global Attention Needed
The warning signals an urgent need for international humanitarian assistance and conflict resolution efforts to prevent further deterioration of the situation.