Sudan to Receive $25.5 Million Funding to Fight Climate Change

Sudan to Receive $25.5 Million Funding to Fight Climate Change

 

"Addressing the impact of climate change is a collective responsibility. We as a Government recognize this global responsibility and are committed to protecting the people of Sudan from the risks we are currently facing,” said Sudan's Prime Minister Dr. Abdalla Hamdok.

 

“Left unchecked, climate change will derail our nation's efforts to end poverty and conflict across the country,” Hamdok added.

 

Crop failures, the death of livestock, drought and other climate-related impacts are deepening poverty and reducing the capacity of people, communities, and authorities to deal with other interconnected risks, such as COVID-19 and conflict.

 

The five-year project will provide delivering training and equipment, rehabilitate land for sustainable use, introduce new climate-resilient practices, and construct infrastructure such as wells, dams, and water storage.

 

“This project will improve health, food, and water security for 3.7 million