Public Health Situation Analysis: Sudan conflict (01 September 2024)

Overview

Over 500 days have passed since the escalation of the conflict in Sudan. Humanitarian needs across Sudan are at record highs, with 24.8 million people, or every second person, needing humanitarian assistance in 2024. This is nine million more than in 2023. People have been forced to flee their homes due to the dire humanitarian situation and the destruction of essential infrastructure, such as roads, hospitals, medical facilities, and schools, as well as power, water, and communications services.