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South Sudan’s humanitarian challenges intensified by COVID-19 

South Sudan’s humanitarian challenges intensified by COVID-19 

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August 19th marks World Humanitarian Day, a day to commemorate humanitarian workers worldwide, who dedicate themselves to protecting and saving the lives of millions around the globe.  

2020 has been a particularly challenging year, as a result of the restrictions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

In this interview, we hear from Meshak Malo, a humanitarian worker with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) who’s in South Sudan.  

He spoke to FAO’s Charlotta Lomas about the challenges faced by the country, and what inspires him to go the work each day.  

Audio Credit
Charlotta Lomas, FAO
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6'32"
Photo Credit
UNMISS/Tim McKulka