SUDAN INSIGHT ALERT: Conversation – Sudan food emergency: local researcher unpacks scale of the disaster and what action is needed
Oliver Kiptoo Kirui, who co-authored the Sudan National Household Survey, recommended various solutions to alleviate the risks of famine in Sudan.
· Immediate humanitarian aid: rapid deployment of food aid and nutritional support; opening and maintaining secure humanitarian corridors for uninterrupted aid delivery.
· Support for agricultural production: providing farmers with seeds, tools and training; initiatives to improve water management and irrigation infrastructure; long-term investments in sustainable farming practices and infrastructure.
· Economic support: financial aid, reducing inflation and ensuring the availability of affordable basic goods.
· Conflict resolution and security: efforts to mediate the conflict and establish peace to allow safe access for humanitarian efforts.
· International coordination: a coordinated international response to ensure efficient use of resources and address displaced populations’ needs; Collaboration and resource-sharing among humanitarian actors can enhance the effectiveness of aid delivery.