[Slideshow] A Critical Situation for Sudanese Refugees in Yida

Civilians have been fleeing the conflict between Sudanese government forces and rebels from the North Sudanese People Liberation Movement (SPLM-North) in Sudan's South Kordofan region since June 2011. The only option for many displaced people is to seek refuge in the camp of Yida, just on the other side of the border in South Sudan. As Yida's population continues to grow, the camp's location has become a source of complex political tensions that increasingly threaten the condition of the refugees. next South Sudan 2013 © Yann Libessart Yida is today one of largest refugee camp in the world, with a population of nearly 75,000 people. It covers 3,000 acres in South Sudan's Northern Unity State. # prev | next South Sudan 2013 © Yann Libessart Civilians are leaving Sudan's South Kordofan state due to a lack of food and supplies and because of the ongoing conflict. # prev | next South Sudan 2013 © Yann Libessart Yida’s population increased five-fold from March 2012 to May 2013, and continues to grow. Humanitarian services—especially water supplies and sanitation—are insufficient. # prev | next South Sudan 2013 © Yann Libessart Refugees also lack essential supplies like soap, jerry cans, latrines, mosquito nets, and plastic sheeting to maintain acceptable hygiene conditions. Infectious diseases such as malaria, diarrhea, and...
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