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Sudan’s Children Face Unprecedented Crisis as Humanitarian Needs Surge

Over 15 million children require urgent aid due to escalating conflict, displacement, and health emergencies, with UNICEF calling for immediate global action and unimpeded access.

Overview

  • The number of children in Sudan needing humanitarian assistance has doubled in two years, reaching over 15 million as the conflict enters its third year.
  • UNICEF and partners provided lifesaving support to millions in 2024, including safe water, malnutrition screenings, and medical care, but significant gaps persist due to funding shortages and access challenges.
  • Conflict-related delays and bureaucratic barriers have hindered aid delivery, with over 60% of UNICEF’s aid shipments delayed last year.
  • Public health crises, including cholera, dengue, and famine, are worsening, disproportionately affecting children and mothers, with cases expected to rise during the rainy season.
  • UNICEF has issued a $1 billion appeal for 2025 and is urging the international community to act decisively to protect Sudan’s vulnerable children and end the conflict.