South Sudan: Japan Provides Us$3.2 Million to Support WFP's Emergency Relief Work in South Sudan

"We are alarmed by the food scarcity and malnutrition rates in South Sudan," said Ambassador of Japan Kiya Masahiko. "Through this contribution, the Government of Japan demonstrates its unwavering commitment to supporting WFP's unparalleled relief efforts in saving the lives of thousands of women and children amidst the protracted crisis in South Sudan."

From the Japanese contribution, US$2.4 million will be used for nutrition support under WFP's emergency response. This will enable WFP to assist more than 28,000 children and 6,660 pregnant women and nursing mothers with vital nutrition supplements. Women and children diagnosed with moderate acute malnutrition will receive specialized fortified foods to treat the condition and help them recover, while mothers and children in particularly food-insecure environments will receive highly nutritious foods to prevent them from becoming malnourished.

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