Fatshimetrie warns of the critical situation of refugees in South Sudan. Indeed, recent weeks have seen a massive influx of refugees from Sudan, with more than 5,000 people crossing the border every day in December. The transit centers in Renk are overwhelmed, currently hosting more than 17,000 displaced people instead of the planned 8,000. This overcrowding leads to precarious living conditions, with limited access to food, water and healthcare.
The situation is all the more alarming as the cholera epidemic, declared in October, is experiencing a significant increase. The camps in Unity and Central Equatoria states are particularly affected, with 92 deaths reported in Unity state and 25 near Juba. The lack of clean water and adequate sanitation facilities is promoting the spread of the disease, endangering the lives of refugees.
Médecins Sans Frontières is sounding the alarm and calling for immediate action to stem the spread of cholera. Mamman Mustapha, the organization’s head of mission, warns of an exponential increase in cases in the coming days if concrete action is not taken quickly. He points out that many patients are arriving in critical condition at health centers, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
The humanitarian crisis currently unfolding in South Sudan requires a rapid and effective response from the authorities and humanitarian organizations. Ensuring adequate access to clean water, food and health care is crucial to avoid a health catastrophe. The refugees, mostly women and children, need urgent assistance to survive in already very precarious conditions.
Fatshimetrie will continue to closely monitor the refugee situation in South Sudan and inform the public about future developments. It is essential to raise awareness and mobilize the international community to provide life-saving assistance to those who desperately need it.