The civil war that began in Sudan has put the local population in a life-threatening situation. Since the conflict broke out between the army and the Rapid Support Forces in April, more than 6 million civilians have been displaced from their homes, and 25 million people are in urgent need of humanitarian aid.
OVER 10,000 PEOPLE HAVE LOST THEIR LIVES
So far, over 10,000 people have lost their lives due to the ongoing clashes and the atrocities committed against the civilian population.
6 MILLION CIVILIANS DISPLACED
Civilians, especially those in the capital Khartoum, as well as in Omdurman, Bahri, Darfur, and Kordofan, have been forced to leave their homes due to the civil war. Meanwhile, 1.2 million civilians have fled to neighboring countries, while 4.8 million others have been displaced within Sudan to relatively safer regions.
25 MILLION PEOPLE IN URGENT NEED OF HUMANITARIAN AID
Those who have been forced to leave their homes, jobs, and loved ones due to the civil war are in dire need of immediate humanitarian assistance. Nearly half of the population, or 25 million civilians, are facing the threat of hunger and thirst.
Additionally, the ongoing conflict has brought the country’s infrastructure and public services to the brink of collapse. Over 80% of hospitals and ambulances have been destroyed, and access to clean water has become extremely difficult.
“THE WORLD'S LARGEST DISPLACEMENT CRISIS”
According to a statement from the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), "Sudan is currently experiencing the world's largest displacement crisis. In Sudan, 3 million children have been displaced in search of safety, food, healthcare, and shelter."
As a result of the civil war, which began 7 months ago, 13 million children are also in urgent need of food assistance. Fighting between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces continues in 9 states across the country.