Sudan’s Minimum Subsistence Expenditure Basket Soars 16% in June 2026 Amidst Lean Season BODY: Khartoum, Sudan – The Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI) has reported a significant increase in the Minimum Subsistence Expenditure Basket (MSSMEB) in Sudan, with costs rising by 16% in June 2026.
The MSSMEB now costs 737,608 Sudanese Pounds (SSP), reflecting the economic strain on the nation, especially during the lean season when food security is at its most critical.
The lean season months of April to September saw MSSMEB costs peak in September 2025 at 730,484 SSP. If current trends continue, MSSMEB costs could exceed these levels by the end of the 2026 lean season (September-October).
The highest MSSMEB prices were recorded in Ganiel (Panyijiar County), Bentiu (Rubkona County), Wulu Town (Wulu County), and Bor Town (Bor South County). Key barriers to trade and restocking, as reported by traders, include high taxation (50%), SSP depreciation (36%), high fuel prices (34%), poor road conditions (27%), lack of supplies (26%), checkpoint costs (24%), lack of foreign currency (24%), and lack of storage (24%). Among the 47 markets assessed, 25% were classified as having limited functionality, indicating challenges in providing accessible, affordable, and sufficient essential MSSMEB items to local markets.
The MPC transfer values in Juba and other regions have increased above the 15% buffer threshold, raising concerns about the economic stability of these areas.
The rising costs of living in Sudan are compounded by the ongoing state of emergency and political instability following the military coup in April 2023.
The international community is urged to monitor the situation closely and provide support to mitigate the impact on vulnerable populations.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 3*
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