South Sudan 'unprepared' for wave of Sudan refugees

South Sudan was caught "unprepared" for the influx of refugees that would enter its borders after conflict broke out in neighbouring Sudan in April, South Sudanese Foreign Minister Deng Dau Deng told the BBC.

The "humanitarian demand is high" especially for food, healthcare and shelter, he said, describing the situation as challenging.

Mr Deng added that so far, around 150,000 people have fled Sudan into South Sudan, the majority of whom are returning nationals.

He also denied rumours that South Sudan had closed its borders to Sudanese refugees.

This article originally appeared on BBC News.

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