UK gives £2.35 million for El Niño risks in South Sudan
The United Kingdom has announced additional funding to help mitigate climate shocks that threaten food production and vulnerable communities.
The United Kingdom has pledged an additional £2.35 million to South Sudan to address the risks posed by El Niño. The funding aims to protect food production and the livelihoods of communities vulnerable to climate shocks. UK Ambassador Rebecca Fabrizi announced the new financial support during the start of her term in the country.
El Niño is a climate pattern that can cause extreme weather events, including droughts and floods, which have a significant impact on agricultural output and food security in South Sudan. This new funding is intended to bolster resilience against these anticipated climate challenges.
The UK's contribution is designed to support interventions that will help safeguard essential resources and reduce the impact of climate-related disasters on the population. Ambassador Fabrizi's statement highlighted the UK's commitment to supporting South Sudan's efforts to manage climate change effects.
Why it mattersFarmers in South Sudan are affected by the threat of climate shocks to their food production and livelihoods.