What is the current displacement crisis in Sudan?

The war in Sudan has led to over 11 million people being displaced from their homes since April 2023, making it the world's worst displacement crisis.

What challenges do refugees from Sudan face?

Refugees often undertake dangerous journeys, facing armed groups and scarce resources, with limited humanitarian aid available upon arrival in neighboring countries like the Central African Republic.

Why is humanitarian aid for Sudanese refugees being cut?

Significant funding cuts are impacting humanitarian efforts, with U.S. funding for refugee response nearly halved and the Humanitarian Response Plan within Sudan receiving less funding.

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Sudan War Fuels World's Worst Displacement Crisis

15 Apr

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Summary

Over 11 million Sudanese displaced by ongoing conflict since April 2023.
Refugees face dangerous journeys and scarce resources in neighboring CAR.
Funding cuts severely impact humanitarian aid for millions in need.

Sudan War Fuels World's Worst Displacement Crisis

The war in Sudan, now in its third year since erupting in April 2023, has triggered the world's most severe displacement crisis, affecting over 11 million people. What began as a conflict between the Sudanese army and RSF forces has devolved into widespread violence, with army control over the east and center, and RSF dominance in the west, including Darfur.

Civilians face extreme danger due to attacks on infrastructure and increased drone warfare. This has led to desperate journeys, such as Nahma Mohammed's eight-day trek from Nyala to Birao, Central African Republic, a route fraught with peril and uncertainty.