Sudan: Darfur faces famine threat as drought, soaring food prices deepen

The General Coordination for Displaced Persons and Refugees in Darfur said severe rainfall shortages, soaring food prices and disrupted trade routes are making it increasingly difficult for communities to secure basic supplies. The group warned that famine could become unavoidable if conditions persist.

Field workers reported that staple food prices have risen several-fold within months in many markets, while supply chains in some areas have been cut off entirely because of the conflict. Displaced families say they are increasingly worried about rising rates of malnutrition among children.

International aid organizations say access to much of Darfur has become progressively harder because of security restrictions. Relief groups are calling for additional emergency funding while renewing demands for humanitarian corridors to be opened.