Sudan is grappling with one of the worst humanitarian crises in recent history, according to the United Nations.
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) issued a stark warning on Wednesday, slamming the international community for its lack of action in the face of this growing disaster.
Nearly a year of conflict between military leaders has led to devastating consequences.
The fighting, which began in April 2023, has displaced over 8 million people and triggered severe food shortages.
The UN estimates that over 18 million Sudanese are facing acute food insecurity, a record high even during harvest season. This number represents a 10 million person increase compared to last year.
The situation is particularly dire for children.
Widespread malnutrition is putting hundreds of thousands of children at risk, with estimates suggesting 222,000 could die in the coming months.
The collapse of over 70% of the country’s health infrastructure further exacerbates this threat.
The UN Security Council called for a ceasefire during Ramadan and improved access for aid workers earlier this month.
However, progress on these fronts has been slow. The UN warns that without coordinated international efforts and a swift response, Sudan could face a famine of catastrophic proportions.
