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South Sudan: the world's newest state An opportunity to rebuild agricultural productivity
July 2011- On July 9, South Sudan becomes the world's newest nation. 80 percent of its population rely on agricultural production to meet their food and income needs. However, due to decades of civil conflict, disruption and loss of economic activities and the erosion of basic livelihood options, food insecurity and poverty are widespread across South Sudan. FAO has been at work and is making progress in agriculture rehabilitation.

Mr. George Okech, Head of FAO Office makes this assessment of the situation and talks about the way forward. Edward Ogolla, FAO Communication Officer, South Sudan interviewed him in Juba, on the eve of Independance Day:
21min. 38sec.
Topic(s): Food Security
Produced by: FAO
 
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