Famine in South Sudan Projected to Worsen Without Humanitarian Intervention

In 2026, the humanitarian situation in South Sudan has worsened significantly, with widespread food shortages and rising malnutrition rates affecting over half of the population. According to a joint statement from UNICEF, FAO, and WFP, approximately 7.8 million people are projected to face acute food insecurity by July. The main drivers of this crisis include climate shocks, flooding, mass displacement, and prolonged armed conflict.