Famine Crisis Worsens in Sudan as Civil War Disrupts Aid Efforts

Over 24 million people face acute food insecurity, with famine confirmed in five areas and risks of further spread by May.

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has confirmed famine in five areas of Sudan, including displacement camps in North Darfur and the Nuba Mountains in South Kordofan.
Approximately 24.6 million people, or half of Sudan's population, are in urgent need of food assistance, with over 638,000 experiencing catastrophic hunger levels.
The 20-month civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces has devastated food production, displaced over 14 million people, and obstructed humanitarian aid delivery.
Sudan's government has withdrawn from the IPC hunger-monitoring system, accusing it of issuing unreliable reports, further complicating international efforts to address the crisis.
Experts warn that famine conditions could expand to 10 areas by May, with 17 additional regions at risk, unless the conflict ends and aid access improves.