Sudan: A Deepening Health and Humanitarian Crisis After Three Years of Conflict

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Sudan is facing one of the world’s worst humanitarian and health crises after three years of war, with around 34 million people in urgent need of humanitarian assistance and more than 21 million people lacking access to essential health services. Repeated attacks on health facilities have severely weakened the healthcare system, forcing many hospitals to shut down or operate only partially, particularly in conflict-affected areas. The country is also experiencing widespread outbreaks of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, measles, and hepatitis, alongside a worsening malnutrition crisis. It is estimated that more than 4 million people will suffer from acute malnutrition in 2026. Reports indicate that a large proportion of health facilities remain out of service, significantly limiting access to basic healthcare, amid ongoing conflict and restricted humanitarian access. These conditions highlight that the situation in Sudan has evolved into a comprehensive humanitarian and health emergency requiring urgent action to protect civilians and meet essential needs.

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