The World Health Organization (WHO) has appealed to global donors for $262.3 million to address Sudan’s ongoing health crisis.
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the severity of the situation in Sudan, a country ravaged by two years of conflict.
“The conflict has resulted in an unprecedented humanitarian crisis, affecting millions,” Tedros stated in a message shared on X.
The United Nations has already launched a $6 billion appeal to support nearly 26 million people in Sudan, including 9.4 million in dire need of health assistance.
Tedros urged donors to contribute to the WHO’s health assistance effort, which aims to deliver critical services to the Sudanese people.
“We will provide essential health and nutrition services, immunization, maternal and child health care, and reproductive health services,” he added.
In addition to these services, the WHO plans to offer mental health and psychosocial support, and strengthen disease prevention and response mechanisms.
The appeal underscores the immense scale of Sudan’s health needs, with millions of people suffering from the devastating effects of ongoing violence.
WHO officials emphasized the urgency of the situation, urging the international community to act swiftly in providing the necessary funds.
The funding will ensure the delivery of vital medical supplies and healthcare services, which remain critical to saving lives and stabilizing the country.
