The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) revealed today, Tuesday, its need for 230 million dollars to implement a two-year emergency plan to support 12.4 million Sudanese people.
40 percent of Sudanese face high levels of food insecurity amid the ongoing conflict, which has led to a widespread displacement crisis and economic contraction.
The FAO said in a report that the Emergency and Resilience Plan 2026 – 2028 aims to support 12.4 million people with funding totaling 230.5 million dollars, of which 75 million dollars are needed urgently to implement life-saving agricultural interventions for 7.5 million individuals.
It indicated that the amount needed urgently is to assist 1.5 million families, totaling 7.5 million people, during this year throughout Sudan.
The report stated that agriculture, the cornerstone of Sudan’s economy, is the main source of food and income for the majority of rural households, as 65 percent of the population works in agricultural activities and it contributes 25 percent of the Gross Domestic Product.
It mentioned that the livestock sector has suffered significant damage and losses since the outbreak of the conflict, including decreasing herds, reduced access to grazing areas and water sources, and the disruption of veterinary services.
