News and Stories: South Sudan
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April 24, 2020
COVID-19 and Hunger
As communities around the world face an increased risk of hunger due to COVID-19, CRS is responding through your support to ensure families have access to food while staying safe and healthy.
June 12, 2019
Farm and Savings Plans Raise Food Security in South Sudan
Vulnerable women learn agriculture skills while they save and invest to improve their families’ financial strength.
June 12, 2019
Goats Improve Food Security and Resilience in South Sudan
Growing herds mean financial strength for vulnerable women and education for their children.
March 7, 2019
On the Eve of Expected Cuts to U.S. Foreign Assistance Budget, Millions at Risk of Starvation in East Africa
Worsening drought and hunger in the Horn of Africa imperils millions as foreign aid is threatened.More
December 27, 2018
CRS' Best Photos of 2018
These are the CRS best photos of 2018 that have had the most lasting and transcendent impact, capturing the glory of human dignity even as we move among the poorest and most vulnerable.
August 17, 2017
Uganda now hosts more than 1 million South Sudanese refugees as hunger crisis worsens
The numbers of refugees facing severe hunger rises to more than 30 million in East Africa.More
June 30, 2017
Hunger Crisis Besieges Africa
A combination of violence, insecurity and prolonged drought, made increasingly worse by climate change, has left more than 20 million people across South Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria and Yemen facing the threat of famine and starvation. Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is providing a range of lifesaving support.
June 20, 2017
CRS Welcomes Vatican Aid to South Sudan; Underscores Urgent Need for Continued Assistance
Vatican's contribution affirms important role the Church plays in South Sudan.More
May 5, 2017
CRS Applauds International Assistance Funding in FY17 Omnibus Bill
Budget includes nearly $1 billion for famine relief in East Africa.More
May 2, 2017
Yearning for Peace, and Food, in South Sudan
Abul Mayen and her 2 children struggle for sustenance amid the threat of famine and violence in Africa.
