A recent paper details the data collection methodology for the 2023 Sudan Rural Household Survey (SRHS), the first comprehensive survey of rural households in Sudan following the violent conflict that erupted in April 2023. Conducted by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the World […]
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 […]
Political and economic drivers of Sudan’s armed conflict: implications for the agri-food system
Hala Abushama, Danielle Resnick, Khalid Siddig, and Oliver K. Kirui This paper examines how the growing competition between the Sudanese Armed Forces’ (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) businesses became a major source of contention between the two groups, and one of several factors that contributed to the outbreak of conflict in April 2023. […]
Armed conflict and business operations in Sudan: survey evidence from agri-food processing firms
Oliver K. Kirui, Khalid Siddig, Hala Abushama and Alemayehu Seyoum Taffesse The economic, social, and humanitarian impacts of the ensuing conflict in Sudan are of monumental proportions – ranging from tragic loss of lives, internal and cross-border displacement, unprecedented human suffering, and massive damage to infrastructure. This study provides evidence on the immediate implications on […]
