The national Minimum Expenditure Basket (MEB) without top-up increased by 8% in August compared to July, reaching 746,869 SDG. North Kordofan, North Darfur, and West Kordofan states recorded the highest MEB values, indicating significant regional disparities in living costs.

The continued increase in the cost of the Minimum Expenditure Basket places additional financial strain on households, particularly in states with the highest observed values.

The rising cost of essential goods, as reflected in the MEB, directly impacts the ability of people to meet their basic needs, potentially exacerbating food insecurity and other vulnerabilities.

The specific drivers behind the regional variations in MEB costs are not detailed in the provided information.