South Sudan's Toxic Legacy: When Oil Meets Water in a War Torn Country In Africa's Sudd wetlands, a disaster is unfolding.
The flooding that has ravaged South Sudan's Unity State for years has left behind a toxic legacy threatening the environment and the health of its people.
Communities already battered by war, displacement, and poverty are at risk. The Bentiu Protection of Civilians camp is home to 140,000 displaced persons, including children who play near the makeshift pier.