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This week, an update on the conflict in Sudan, where genocide and famine are unfolding thanks to a nearly two-year conflict between warring generals hungry for power.

3 things to know

1. Sudan’s nearly two-year civil war has killed tens of thousands of people. Many of them are women and children. Over 30 million people — 64% of Sudan’s population — need humanitarian assistance. 90% of the country’s schools have been destroyed or are otherwise inaccessible, leaving 17 million of Sudan’s 19 million school-aged children unable to access an education.

Why it matters: Civil war has torn Sudan apart since April 2023. Nearly a third of the country’s population has either been internally displaced or fled the country. Entire villages have been wiped out by indiscriminate attacks. This conflict will have long-lasting effects on the country’s development.

2. Sudan is currently the only place in the world where famine has been confirmed. Half of the population — more than 24 million people — face acute hunger inside the country. The severe hunger crisis is caused by brutal and often indiscriminate killing by the warring parties, which are led by two male generals no longer content to share power or usher in democracy, as promised.

Why it matters: The UN Humanitarian and Emergency Relief called it “one of the worst humanitarian nightmares in recent history.” The UN is aiming to raise a record US$4.2 billion this year to support nearly 21 million people impacted by the war. But UN humanitarian pleas — especially for African crises — often fall far short of their goals. With donor governments turning inward, meeting that goal will be harder than ever.

3. The US government accused the RSF and RSF-aligned militias of genocide. It’s the second time the US has labelled conflict in Sudan as genocide. The first was in 2004 during the Darfur crisis, which gained global attention.

Why it matters: After the Rwandan genocide in 1994, the US and other governments pledged to “never again” stand by and let genocide happen. But the interest or ability of Western powers to intervene in Sudan seems limited. The United Arab Emirates — which has been funnelling weapons to the RSF — is likely to continue to do so, despite claims to the contrary. Meanwhile, the African Union has found countless ways to condemn the violence without taking concrete action to protect civilians.

From the ONE Team

• ONE’s statement on the humanitarian crisis in Sudan.
• ONE’s CEO Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli on how to lead a team through uncertain times.

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