UK doubles aid for Sudan and neighbouring countries facing the worst humanitarian crisis of the decade
The UK government has announced it will double its aid for Sudan and neighbouring countries to £200 million to help tackle the region’s worsening humanitarian crisis.
The announcement was made at a UN conference in Khartoum, Sudan, where donors pledged a total of $1.3 billion to support the region.
The UK’s funding will be used to provide food, water, shelter and other essential services to people affected by the crisis, which is being caused by a combination of conflict, drought and economic collapse.
Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt said: “The UK stands shoulder to shoulder with the people of Sudan and neighbouring countries who are facing the worst humanitarian crisis of the decade.
“This new funding will provide essential food, water and shelter to those in desperate need. We will also continue to work with our partners to find a long-term solution to the crisis.”
The UK is one of the largest donors to the humanitarian response in Sudan and neighbouring countries. In addition to the £200 million announced today, the UK has already provided £100 million in aid this year.
The humanitarian crisis in Sudan and neighbouring countries is the result of a complex set of factors, including:
- Conflict: The conflict in Sudan has displaced over 2 million people and left millions more in need of humanitarian assistance.
- Drought: A severe drought in the region has caused widespread crop failures and left millions of people facing hunger.
- Economic collapse: The economic collapse in Sudan has led to hyperinflation and widespread shortages of food and other essential supplies.
The UK’s funding will provide essential support to people affected by the crisis and help to save lives.
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