In a significant humanitarian development, the International Coordination Group of Refugees has reported the displacement of 191,300 refugees from conflict-ridden areas in Sudan as of October 4th. Of these refugees, a staggering 82% are from South Sudan.
Concerns have arisen regarding overcrowded refugee camps and inadequate funding, as various organizations and United Nations agencies struggle to meet the needs of those displaced.
According to the International Coordination Group’s weekly monitoring, approximately 145,000 refugees from South Sudan have fled the volatile regions in Sudan and sought refuge in the White Nile State.
The group has disclosed that partners from the Regional Cooperation Fund have provided assistance to at least 732,328 refugees in 12 Sudanese states. This aid includes a full food ration for a minimum of 521,098 individuals.
The focus of assistance remains on protection, including protection awareness, the establishment of protection offices and hotlines, as well as case management for children and survivors of gender-based violence.
The ongoing war between the Sudanese military and the Rapid Support Forces has entered its sixth month, with little hope for peace talks between the parties. Both sides remain committed to a military resolution, despite the efforts of anti-war civil forces.
The international community’s inadequate funding for the humanitarian response plan has become a pressing issue for both local and international organizations. The U.S. delegate to the United Nations Security Council has characterized this funding gap as a mark of shame on the international community.
International organization workers warn that the funding shortfall contributes to the spread of diseases among millions of displaced and refugee populations in overcrowded cities and shelters. This situation exacerbates the prevalence of diseases like malaria and cholera, further underscoring the urgent need for food and healthcare for those affected by the conflict.
