The Coordination continues to monitor the situation in Sudan—particularly in Darfur—which has nearly collapsed and is on the brink of spiraling out of control. A humanitarian catastrophe and a state of extreme emergency loom on the horizon.
Humanitarian Situation:
Hunger, famine, malnutrition, and thirst remain constant threats to children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers, alongside a severe shortage of shelter materials. With the rainy season approaching, the danger grows for displaced families without shelter—posing the risk of a major humanitarian disaster across Sudan and Darfur, especially in the Jebel Marra and Tawila regions, which experience heavy rains.
The UN, its agencies, and international organizations are urged to intensify efforts to address these dire conditions, especially amid the continued daily displacement from El Fasher to Tawila and Jebel Marra—now the two largest displacement centers in the conflict. Despite efforts from humanitarian agencies, local authorities, and host communities, the crisis has overwhelmed their capacities.
Health Situation:
The health landscape across Sudan has deteriorated, with outbreaks of cholera in multiple states, malaria, malnutrition among children and pregnant/nursing women, infections, and undiagnosed illnesses due to a shortage of medical staff. In displacement zones, sanitation issues add to the health risks, raising deep concern among residents and potentially leading to even worse disasters.
Security Situation:
Gross human rights violations persist amid the destruction of the social fabric caused by war. New terms and rhetoric have emerged, fueling hate speech and dividing the country for the benefit of those profiting from conflict.
All parties continue committing atrocities and massacres. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) bomb Abu Shouk camp daily, causing dozens of casualties. Meanwhile, the Sudanese army conducts air raids on civilian areas in Darfur using internationally banned heavy weapons.
Violations have also occurred along the El Fasher–Tawila road. Reports include:
- 95 cases of gender-based violence
- 15 deaths due to hunger and thirst
- 24 cases of psychological trauma
- 17 incidents of direct gunfire
- Three individual killings in Kass
- Four individual killings in Bendisi
The country has descended into chaos, ruled by the law of the jungle. Citizens are left helpless under the power of bullets and guns.
Conclusion:
We are deeply concerned about the above incidents—especially the severe human rights violations and use of deadly weapons in densely populated civilian areas. We call for:
- An independent international committee to investigate allegations of chemical weapons use in Darfur
- A separate investigation into the bombing of a humanitarian aid convoy in Al-Kuma, North Darfur, destined for El Fasher
- Judicial action from international courts to end impunity and secure justice for civilians affected by the violence and violations
Adam Rojal
Official Spokesperson for the General Coordination for IDPs and Refugees
Email: rojaladam@gmail.com
