Flooding has struck Sudan and Chad, affecting hundreds of thousands of people, while Lesotho is battling a severe drought, according to a United Nations spokesperson on Monday.
Since late June, heavy rains and flooding have impacted about half a million people in Sudan’s South Darfur, Red Sea, River Nile, and Northern states, reported Stephane Dujarric, chief spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, during the daily briefing.
“The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is warning that the situation could worsen as the rainy season continues,” Dujarric said. “Many communities are already facing loss of homes, livelihoods, and access to essential services.”
In neighboring Chad, similar floods have displaced thousands, exacerbating an already challenging humanitarian situation. Relief efforts are underway, but accessibility remains a significant hurdle due to damaged infrastructure.
Meanwhile, Lesotho, a small landlocked country in Southern Africa, is grappling with drought conditions. The lack of rainfall has severely affected agricultural production, leaving many families food insecure.
“Immediate support is needed to assist those affected by these climate-induced disasters,” emphasized Dujarric. “The UN is working closely with local authorities and partners to provide relief and plan for recovery.”
The UN calls on the international community to strengthen support for these regions, highlighting the urgent need for resources to address both the flooding and drought’s devastating impacts.
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