Sudan has been named the world’s most neglected humanitarian crisis of 2025, as violence and hunger devastate millions, aid groups say.
A poll of major charities found nearly 30 million Sudanese need assistance, while food supplies dwindle and famine spreads.
Children face extreme violence, displacement and hunger, with aid agencies warning the crisis is unfolding in plain sight.
The United Nations says Sudan is the world’s largest humanitarian emergency, yet its funding appeal remains largely unmet.
War between the General Abdel Fattah al Burhan’s army and Rapid Support Forces has displaced 12 million people and destroyed hospitals and schools.
Aid groups report widespread abuses, including rape, child recruitment and attacks on civilians, carried out with near impunity.
The Democratic Republic of Congo ranked second, with charities calling it a “hellscape” for women amid intensifying conflict.
About seven million people are displaced in Congo, while hunger grips 27 million despite the country’s vast mineral wealth.
Other overlooked crises include Myanmar, Afghanistan, Somalia, the Sahel and Mozambique, reflecting deepening global neglect.
Aid leaders warned that donor cuts are forcing life-saving programmes to collapse as humanitarian needs continue to rise.
