Famine conditions spread to more towns in Sudan’s Darfur, experts warn
Summary
The United Nations reports that famine conditions have spread to more areas in Sudan's Darfur region due to ongoing civil war. High levels of child malnutrition have been noted in North Darfur, specifically in Um Baru and Kernoi. The war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces has caused severe hunger and displacement.Key Facts
- Experts warn that famine levels have been reached in more parts of Sudan's Darfur region.
- The civil war involves the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese army.
- In North Darfur, areas like Um Baru and Kernoi have high child malnutrition rates.
- Over half of the young children in Um Baru are severely malnourished.
- Nearly a third of children in Kernoi face severe malnutrition.
- The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) issued the alert.
- The conflict has caused tens of thousands of deaths and displaced nearly 11 million people.
- Other areas in Darfur and Kordofan also face the risk of famine.
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