Thousands of South Sudanese have crossed into Sudan in recent months, fleeing escalating violence and the collapse of basic services in Upper Nile State.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said Sudan is still receiving new arrivals despite already hosting one of the world’s largest displacement crises.
UNHCR figures show that more than 3,300 people have entered Sudan since January, joining around 36,000 refugees already settled in White Nile State.
Most are families seeking safety, food, and basic humanitarian aid amid worsening conditions at home.
Humanitarian efforts in Sudan’s border regions are stretched thin, with shortages of supplies and limited healthcare services putting extra pressure on aid agencies.
South Sudan continues to face insecurity, particularly in Jonglei State, where clashes between government forces and opposition groups have worsened instability.
Political tensions and economic decline have left many without access to essentials or stable livelihoods.
Earlier this month, President Salva Kiir Mayardit called on the new finance minister, trained at the University of Khartoum, to improve economic conditions and ensure public sector salaries are paid promptly.
The UNHCR warned that the ongoing refugee arrivals highlight the urgent need for international support to help both Sudan and those fleeing conflict.
