HIGHLIGHTS
The UN Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS) has a funding shortfall of US$9.9 million which if not addressed will force WFP to close down the air service at the end of the month
Humanitarians continue to advocate for the vaccination of 165,000 children in SPLM-N controlled areas of South Kordofan and Blue Nile states
In White Nile State, gaps remain in water and sanitation services for refugees despite the ongoing provision of humanitarian assistance
Seasonal rainfall remains 25-80% below average in most of the country despite improved rains in August, according to FEWS NET
Due to difficulties in importing relief items into Sudan, WFP is facing a shortage of super cereals in East Darfur with additional stocks not expected before the end of October