Source: European Commission Humanitarian Aid department
Country: Ethiopia, South Sudan
South Sudanese asylum seekers continue to arrive in Gambella, Ethiopia. Registrations have now re-started after a short interruption. The overall number is estimated to be at some 45 000.
The opening of an additional camp is currently being considered. Leitchuor camp is expected to reach its full capacity soon and is also at a higher risk of flooding.
Rapid nutritional screening of newly arriving children under the age of five showed Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) rates above the emergency threshold. ECHO partners are preparing for a comprehensive nutritional response.