Over 165,000 people have fled conflict in South Sudan in the past three months, the UNHCR reported. Intensified fighting, especially in Upper Nile state, has forced 100,000 to seek refuge in neighboring countries and displaced 65,000 internally.
Humanitarian access remains limited, halting aid and medical services amid a cholera outbreak. The approaching rainy season is expected to worsen conditions, according to UN News.
The UNHCR is seeking $36m to support affected populations and is urging an immediate end to hostilities. Over 2.3m South Sudanese remain refugees across the region.
