Hunger and cholera crises escalate in South Sudan, as needs surge

South Sudan is facing a spiralling humanitarian crisis with hunger and cholera cases escalating in several parts of the country. UN agencies on Friday called for more international support and interventions to ease the widespread suffering.

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Hunger and cholera crises escalate in South Sudan, as needs surge

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