Food costs in the area have gone up, with the average monthly cost per person now at SSP 122,604. This is a 3 percent increase from the previous week. The rise is mainly due to higher prices in Eastern Equatoria and Unity states.

Supply chain disruptions and transport-related tariffs are contributing to the increase. Fuel prices have remained stable in most markets, although there have been changes in Bentiu and Bunj. The value of the South Sudanese Pound has also decreased slightly against the US dollar.

Further details on the current market situation are available from the WFP South Sudan Weekly Market Monitor. This report provides more information on the factors affecting food and fuel prices in the area.