The conflict in Sudan has severely impacted the food security landscape in rural areas, profoundly affecting household diets, coping strategies, and overall food insecurity levels. A study conducted by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and the World Food Program (WFP) highlights the dire food consumption patterns, the prevalence of food insecurity, and the […]
Livelihoods in Sudan amid armed conflict: Evidence from a national rural household survey
A recent report published by IFPRI and UNDP reveals the severe socioeconomic impacts of the ongoing conflict on rural households in Sudan. The survey behind the report, which was conducted between November 2023 and January 2024, highlights severe disruptions in income, inadequate housing, and disparities in access to essential services such as water, electricity, and […]
Impact of the Ongoing Conflict on Smallholder Farmers in Sudan: Evidence from a Nationwide Survey
Oliver Kirui, Khalid Siddig, Mosab Ahmed, Hala Abushama, Alemayehu Seyoum Taffesse This study delves into the intricate dynamics of post-conflict agriculture in Sudan through a recent nationwide pre-harvest survey. Conducted between August and October 2023, the survey aimed to unveil the impact of conflict on smallholder farmers, their intentions, and the challenges faced during the […]
The Russia-Ukraine conflict is likely to compound Sudan’s existing food security problems
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has disrupted agricultural production and trade from one of the world's major food exporting regions. The war threatens to drive rising food prices still higher and create scarcity, especially for regions most dependent on wheat and other exports from Russia and Ukraine—particularly the Middle East and North Africa.
Research for Development and Food Security: The Sudan Strategy Support Program
Launch and Co-Creation Workshop View event proceedings, publication on research priority setting and a suite of studies on wheat value chains in Sudan. Yumna Kassim, Oliver Kirui and Clemens Breisinger On Wednesday, February 9th, 2022, the Sudan Strategy Support Program (Sudan SSP) launched at the AlSalam Rotana Hotel. Against a backdrop of the timely discussion […]
