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South Sudan & World Food Programme

13 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Aug 22, 2026

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South Sudan: South Sudan is the primary affected country, facing a severe hunger crisis and hosting hundreds of thousands of refugees. The funding shortfall threatens to cut food aid, worsening the humanitarian situation and potentially increasing instability.
World Food Programme: WFP is the main food aid provider in South Sudan, forced to scale back assistance due to funding constraints. It needs $37 million to maintain refugee operations, and its ability to deliver aid is at risk.
Aug 14, 2026 · 16 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan faces drought risk; the plan aims to protect vulnerable communities and reduce food insecurity.
World Food Programme: WFP leads the anticipatory action plan, delivering cash and early warnings to mitigate drought impacts in South Sudan.
Jul 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is listed among the highest-risk hotspots, with famine threats looming in Jonglei and Upper Nile states.
World Food Programme: The World Food Programme co-authored the Hunger Hotspots Report, emphasizing the urgent need for funding and aid to prevent famine in critical regions. It received a significant pledge from the United States.
Jun 17, 2026 · 22 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is the location of the ambush and has been experiencing various deadly conflicts since its independence in 2011, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis. The event further highlights the instability and violence in the country.
World Food Programme: The World Food Programme supported the training session from which the John Dau Foundation's convoy was returning when it was ambushed. The event indirectly affects the safety of its partners and the humanitarian efforts it supports.
Jun 30, 2026 · 6 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan>>> is identified as a country at risk of Ebola spread due to its proximity and population movement with the affected regions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>> and Uganda>>>.
World Food Programme: The World Food Programme is facilitating the transport of aid workers and supplies, and providing food and nutrition assistance to affected populations, highlighting the link between the health crisis and food insecurity.
May 18, 2026 · 505 articles
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South Sudan: Neighboring country at risk of cross-border spread due to weak health infrastructure and conflict. Potential outbreak would further destabilize the region.
World Food Programme: Expanding food assistance at Ebola treatment centers to support patients and responders.
Aug 01, 2026 · 295 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is also a hunger hotspot, but its connection to this event is limited to being mentioned alongside Somalia.
World Food Programme: WFP is providing food assistance and has launched an AI tool to improve crisis response. It is also affected by funding cuts, limiting its operational capacity.
Aug 03, 2026 · 26 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is a recipient of aid affected by increased fuel prices and truck shortages in Kenya.
World Food Programme: The World Food Programme estimates that 45 million additional people could face hunger if the war continues, bringing the global total to 363 million.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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South Sudan: Neighboring country at risk of cross-border spread. Its preparedness is important.
World Food Programme: Warned the world needs to pay more attention to the outbreak. Its role in providing food aid is important in affected regions.
Mar 09, 2018 · 543 articles
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South Sudan: WFP operates AI trucks in South Sudan.
World Food Programme: Demonstrated AI-enabled autonomous SHERP vehicles for humanitarian aid delivery in dangerous terrains.
Apr 20, 2026 · 123 articles
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May 01, 2026 · 15 articles
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Apr 28, 2026 · 7 articles
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