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Sudan: Commissioner of Yirol West County declares famine

The Commissioner of Yirol West County Agok Manyeil has confirmed famine in the County due to floods which have affected the areas.

In a meeting with the Political and Security Advisors, and Police Commissioner of the Lakes State, Mr. Manyeil complained that the floods have destroyed roads, crops, and displace the people.

Meanwhile, the commissioner said that the security situation is now normal despite the frequent cattle theft.

The Lakes State Political and Security Advisors, and the Police Commissioner were visiting Yirol West County to assess the security situation and the floods in the County.