Sudan is facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis since the start of the war in April 2023. Four months have passed and the conflict between the regular armed forces and the paramilitaries continues to worsen, with devastating consequences for the civilian population. .
Official figures report around 3,900 deaths, but it is very likely that this number is underestimated. The war has caused significant population displacement, with more than 3 million displaced and nearly 1 million refugees. Humanitarian conditions are alarming, with 40% of the population suffering from food insecurity.
This conflict, which initially pitted two rival generals against each other, now threatens to turn into a full-scale civil war. The fighting has spread to other armed movements and the ethnic dimension of the conflict is increasingly significant. Violence and rape perpetrated against women are particularly worrying, with a lack of adequate psychological and medical help.
Faced with this disastrous situation, humanitarian organizations face a major challenge. Lack of access to financial and logistical resources, combined with insecurity on the ground, complicates the delivery of aid. International appeals launched by the UN for aid to Sudan remain largely underfunded.
It is important to emphasize that the international community cannot remain indifferent to this crisis. Leaders of major humanitarian organizations are calling for general mobilization to provide effective support to the Sudanese population. Additional funds are needed to meet urgent needs and to avert an even greater humanitarian catastrophe.
The situation in Sudan is alarming and requires immediate action from the international community. It is crucial to support humanitarian efforts and end this conflict which is causing immense harm to the Sudanese population. By working together, we can help alleviate the suffering and rebuild a stable future for Sudan.