An average of 4,000 Sudanese from Blue Nile and South Kordofan are taking refuge in South Sudan every day escaping war and famine.
UNHCR, the UN organization for refugees, says the total number of Sudanese refugees in Unity and Upper Nile states now is close to 160,000, with people reportedly arriving in extremely poor physical condition.A number of humanitarian groups are providing help to refugees in the different settlements.
In Upper Nile, the supply of safe drinking water remains a major challenge due to limited water sources in the area.
In Unity State, the delivery of assistance to the refugees has been constrained by the heavy rains, particularly in Pariang where over 2,300 refugees are located.
Relief organizations have stepped up efforts to pre-position stocks of food, household items and other essential materials ahead of the rainy season.
Humanitarian assistance continues to more than 44,200 refugees in Yida.
Over 4,000 people with specific needs, including the elderly, received mosquito nets, sleeping mats and blankets.