A $1 million deal was signed by the Polish government and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to combat the growing rates of malnutrition and food insecurity in Sudan's Northern State. By assisting families in re-establishing their means of living and gaining access to wholesome food, the 12-month project seeks to assist 7,500 people, many of whom have been displaced by the ongoing conflict.

One of the worst humanitarian crises in the world is currently affecting Sudan. Nearly 11.6 million people have been displaced since the conflict began in 2023, putting a great deal of strain on host communities and essential services. Numerous displaced families are still arriving in Northern State, placing a strain on the state's already meagre resources.

According to the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis, more than 21 million peopleacross Sudan are experiencing acute food insecurity, while 3.7 million children under five and pregnant or breastfeeding women urgently need treatment for malnutrition. Conflict, displacement, and climate shocks have disrupted livelihoods, especially those linked to livestock.

The project, titled “Life-saving response to hunger crisis in Northern State,” will support 1,500 vulnerable householdswith small livestock or poultry, providing immediate access to protein-rich food and sustainable income. Families will also receive training in animal husbandry to improve productivity, protect livelihoods, and strengthen resilience amid prolonged crisis