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Latest news on Sudan humanitarian crisis, covering conflict, aid efforts, displacement, food insecurity, health emergencies, and international response to ongoing crisis in East African nation.
Sudan, the third-largest country in Africa, has been grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis since April 2023, when fighting erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This conflict has led to widespread displacement, food insecurity, and a near-collapse of the healthcare system, affecting millions of Sudanese civilians.
As of September 2024, the situation remains dire, with over 7 million people internally displaced and an additional 1.5 million seeking refuge in neighbouring countries. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reports that nearly 25 million people – more than half of Sudan's population – are in need of humanitarian assistance. Despite efforts by international aid organisations, access to affected areas remains severely restricted due to ongoing violence and bureaucratic obstacles.
The crisis has had a devastating impact on Sudan's social fabric, with reports of widespread human rights violations, including sexual violence and attacks on civilians. Community initiatives have emerged to provide mutual support, with local volunteers setting up makeshift clinics and food distribution centres. However, these grassroots efforts are overwhelmed by the scale of the need.
Sudan's current crisis is rooted in its complex history of political instability and ethnic tensions. The country has faced multiple conflicts since gaining independence in 1956, including two civil wars and the secession of South Sudan in 2011. The 2019 ousting of long-time dictator Omar al-Bashir brought hope for democratic transition, but the power struggle between military factions has plunged the nation back into chaos.
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