SUDAN: Acute Hunger.

The United Nations' World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that Sudan's ongoing war between rival generals could lead to the world's largest hunger crisis. The war has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands of people, destroyed infrastructure, and devastated Sudan's economy. More than 8 million people have been displaced, making it the largest displacement crisis in the world. The WFP is currently unable to access 90% of those facing severe hunger, and only 5% of Sudan's population can afford a square meal a day. Aid agencies are concerned that hunger will worsen as Sudan's lean season approaches, and there are challenges in getting international aid into the country. The Sudanese government has been accused of obstructing aid delivery, and both the United States and the European Union have criticized the warring parties for the breakdown in aid distribution. The situation is particularly dire in Darfur, where aid has not been received since before the war began. The war has also severely impacted Sudan's economy, with government revenues decreasing by 80% and the economy shrinking by 40% in 2023. The World Bank has stated that the destruction of Sudan's economic foundations has set the country's development back by several decades. The International Monetary Fund predicts that even after the fighting ends, years of reconstruction will be needed. The war has also had a significant impact on Sudan's agriculture sector, which previously generated a significant portion of the country's GDP and employed a large portion of the workforce. [Extracted from the article]