UN warns Sudan food aid could run out in early 2027
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Sudantribune
Food and nutrition aid stocks in Sudan could be exhausted in early 2027, as a rainfall deficit worsens hunger and malnutrition. Denise Brown, the United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator, is calling for urgent funding to prevent assistance to vulnerable populations from being interrupted, according to a UN statement.
Food aid stocks intended for Sudan could run out in early 2027, the United Nations Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Denis Brown, warned on Thursday, according to Sudan Tribune. A shortage of rainfall is worsening the humanitarian crisis in the country.
The warning was issued on 15 October 2026 in Damazine, in Blue Nile state, as food needs remain high. Denis Brown coordinates the United Nations’ humanitarian response in Sudan.
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