A rapid drought impact assessment was conducted in Lafon County, Eastern Equatoria, in August, following reports of severe health issues. Separately, rapid assessments in Akobo, Nasir, and Canal/Pigi counties in July identified severe humanitarian needs, with Akobo particularly affected by mass returns to destroyed homes and limited access.

Humanitarian access remains constrained in some areas, such as Akobo, hindering aid delivery. The ongoing drought is exacerbating health risks for affected populations.

Populations in Lafon County are experiencing extreme health outcomes due to drought. In Akobo, communities are returning to destroyed homes and services, while other assessed areas also face severe humanitarian needs.

The specific nature of the extreme health outcomes in Lafon County is not detailed in the provided reports.