Sudanese refugees

The UN says the number of Sudanese fleeing into Chad has surged twentyfold as the war that began in April 2023 continues to displace civilians, while funding shortfalls leave aid agencies unable to meet basic needs in overstretched border camps. Aid groups warn that without fresh international contributions, food, water and medical supplies will run out for the growing refugee population.

The United Nations reports a 20-fold surge in the number of Sudanese fleeing into Chad as the country's war continues, with humanitarian funding running out and aid agencies unable to meet growing needs. Observers warn the crisis is deepening and that cross-border displacement will keep rising without international support.

A surge of Sudanese refugees is crossing into Chad amid reports of rape and abductions, according to Sudan Tribune. The report highlights mounting risks faced by civilians fleeing Sudan's conflict, particularly women and girls along escape routes. The influx is straining refugee camps and humanitarian resources in eastern Chad, which already hosts hundreds of thousands displaced by the war.

The UN refugee agency reports that 55,000 Sudanese have crossed into Chad since the start of the year, fleeing the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The arrivals add to a large existing refugee population in eastern Chad and are straining humanitarian resources, with aid agencies warning of growing needs for shelter, food and medical care in border areas.

Sudanese refugees in the Ouré-Cassoni camp in eastern Chad are facing worsening conditions after cuts to humanitarian funding. Aid reductions are limiting food, healthcare and basic services for people who fled the conflict in Sudan. The situation highlights the wider strain on relief operations across the region as international donors scale back contributions.