Staggering Scale of Sudan Crisis ‘Demands Sustained and Urgent Attention’
December 19, 2024
The United Nations has issued a stark warning about the worsening crisis in Sudan, calling for immediate and sustained international attention to address the staggering scale of the humanitarian situation.
In a statement released on Monday, the UN humanitarian coordinator for Sudan, Khardiata Lo N’Diaye, said the country was facing a “perfect storm” of crises, including conflict, displacement, food insecurity, and economic collapse.
“The scale of the crisis in Sudan is staggering, and it is only getting worse,” said N’Diaye. “We are witnessing an unprecedented humanitarian disaster, with millions of people facing extreme hunger, disease, and displacement.”
According to the UN, approximately 14 million people in Sudan are facing severe food insecurity, with 2.2 million internally displaced due to conflict and violence. Meanwhile, the country’s economy has collapsed, with inflation soaring to a staggering 300%.
N’Diaye highlighted the particular vulnerability of women, children, and marginalized communities, who are disproportionately affected by the crisis. She urged the international community to step up its support for Sudan, particularly in providing food aid, health care, and protection.
“We need $12 billion to meet the urgent humanitarian needs in Sudan for 2025,” said N’Diaye. “But so far, we have only received a fraction of that amount. The international community cannot afford to turn a blind eye to this crisis.”
The UN’s warning comes amid ongoing political turmoil in Sudan. In October 2023, a military coup led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan overthrew the civilian government. Since then, Sudan has been mired in a cycle of protests and repression, with the military facing accusations of human rights abuses.
The international community has condemned the military coup and called for a return to civilian rule. However, efforts to mediate a political settlement have so far failed, with the ruling generals resisting pressure to step down.
The deteriorating situation in Sudan has raised concerns that the country could slide back into civil war. The Darfur conflict, which ravaged the western region of Sudan from 2003 to 2009, is still a stark reminder of the fragility of peace in the country.
The UN has called on all parties to the conflict in Sudan to immediately cease hostilities and engage in inclusive dialogue to resolve their differences peacefully. The international community must support these efforts and provide the necessary assistance to address the humanitarian crisis and prevent Sudan from sliding deeper into chaos.
Staggering scale of Sudan crisis ‘demands sustained and urgent attention’
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