This study analyzes the key issues related to food insecurity and the high rates of malnutrition in Southern Sudan and the Three Areas (Abyei, the Nuba Mountains, and Blue Nile). It examines USAID Office of Food for Peace Title II development food aid activities and recommends how to increase their impact on food security and nutrition. The study proposes possible steps for addressing food insecurity through development of an integrated food security strategy and by leveraging Title II and disaster assistance funds in a complementary manner that emphasizes the multiple transitions taking place in the areas of livelihoods, education, health, nutrition, institutions, and civil security.

Collaborating Organization: TANGO International