With 30 million people in need of aid and over 11 million displaced, the situation has led to widespread disease and famine in parts of the country
The conflict in Sudan, now in its second year, has created the world’s largest humanitarian crisis.
With 30 million people in need of aid and over 11 million displaced, the situation has led to widespread disease, hunger, and famine in parts of the country.
Media Relations Manager with Concern Worldwide Worker and Newbridge resident Eamonn Timmins joined Eoin Beatty in studio today to speak about his recent trip to South Sudan.
At Concern’s health facility in South Sudan Atong Garang shares her story of how she fled Sudan with her daughter Sarah, 10.
Sarah is one of 170 cholera cases treated in recent weeks.
Across the border, thousands have sought refuge, but they face a severe lack of clean water, contributing to rising cholera cases.
Concern is working to provide safe water, with plans to install more wells and distribute water purification tablets.
In addition to cholera, many arriving from Sudan are suffering from malaria, pneumonia, and malnutrition.
Malnutrition rates have soared, with 24% of new arrivals affected.
Psychosocial support is also vital, with many survivors of violence, including gender-based abuse, seeking help.
Concern’s social workers are providing critical support to those dealing with trauma, with some seeing up to 150 people a week.
The crisis in Sudan continues to worsen, and Concern Worldwide is responding in South Sudan, Chad, and Sudan itself.
Listen back to Eamon's interview with Kfm below.
