The conflict in South Sudan rages on and peace is unlikely to be restored soon. The economic & humanitarian situation continues to worsen. As a result of continued insecurity, the total IDP population reached 1.9 million; 45,000 IDPs are living in Akobo County. The population  faces a worsening food insecurity situation, confirmed in May 2015 by the latest IPC report that anticipates 7.9 million people to face food insecurity in the entire country (already 4.6 million are facing severe food insecurity). Malnutrition is a major concern in the Akobo area. There is, however, scope for strengthening the resilience of the affected population through livelihood diversification.

Improve the food security situation in Akobo Counties, Jonglei State

Vulnerable households from the IDP and host communities

1. Improve knowledge of relevant humanitarian and local actors on FSL needs of the community in Akobo through a baseline study;

2. Improve agricultural practices and livestock health through the establishment, training and financial support to 30 Agro-Pastoralist Farmers Field Schools (APFS);

3. Enhance communities’ resilience to food insecurity through the provision of seeds, tools and drip irrigation kits.

Risultati principali attesi:  

• Distribution of 1,200 seeds and tools kits
• 60 community Animal Health Workers trained
• 30 APFS formed and trained; each receives a 1,500 Euro (USD 1,685) grant for Income Generation Activities (IGA) beside irrigation kits, seeds & tools.

FAO, WFP, FSL Cluster and Akobo Counties

Fase 1 01.10.2015 - 31.05.2017   (Completed)