Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
UN agencies have issued grave warnings about the imminent collapse of the humanitarian system in Sudan without urgent action and funding. Sudan has faced violent conflict since 2023 between rival military factions, resulting in severe humanitarian impacts, according to UN reports.
About 8.6 million Sudanese are internally displaced, and 19.5 million are experiencing crisis-level food insecurity. The situation has been worsened by maritime disruptions and drought linked to the El Niño weather phenomenon, as stated by International Organization for Migration (IOM) Director General Amy Pope.
Carl Skau, Acting Director of the UN World Food Programme (WFP), noted that while WFP can provide effective aid, funding shortfalls severely constrain their response. Skau emphasized that without additional resources, humanitarian efforts could be drastically reduced, underscoring the urgent need for more financial support.
The Common Humanitarian Pipeline, managed by IOM and over 100 partners, has delivered aid to 2.84 million people since July 2023. However, its reach has shrunk due to declining donations as global crises compete for attention. Without new funding, essential shelter, sanitation, and emergency relief supplies could run out by the end of September, and warehouse operations may halt by December.
WFP currently assists 4 to 5 million Sudanese each month with food aid, agricultural support, and cash transfers. Operational challenges remain, including limited road access. WFP has expanded its air service to reach more civilians but calls for additional funding to extend this capability further.
The conflict continues to displace thousands, with recent drone strikes affecting communities in Blue Nile, North Darfur, and West Darfur states, reportedly causing civilian casualties. El Obeid in North Kordofan serves as a refuge for displaced people, but camps there are overcrowded and overwhelmed, especially as the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces encircle the city.
UN humanitarian officials urge all parties to protect civilians amid ongoing violence and to support humanitarian operations to prevent further deterioration of Sudan’s crisis.