The devastating conflict in Sudan has plunged the country into a deep humanitarian crisis, prompting the international community to take urgent action. The capital of France on April 15, 2024, Parishosted by International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and Neighboring CountriesHeld on February 7, 2024, in response to a United Nations funding appeal.
Organizers and participants
This conference was a collaborative effort France, GermanyAnd this European UnionBringing together ministers and representatives from above 58 states, which includes neighboring and regional countries as well as donors. The event was attended by representatives of various regional organizations such as the African Union, United Nations programs and agencies, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the Arab Development Bank. Additionally, around 50 international and Sudanese NGOs Underlining the global commitment to deal with this crisis.
Pledges and grants
At Paris conference, international donors announce a staggering pledge more than 2 billion eurosto which the EU and its members are contributing 900 million euros, According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), Sudan needs at least $2.7 billion To provide food, health care and other essential supplies this year 24 million peopleNearly half of the country’s population of 51 million.
humanitarian crisis in sudan
Sudan has been plagued by civil war and political instability since its independence in 1956. The latest conflict began in 2023, making the situation worse. Sudanese Armed Forcesagainst the powerful paramilitary group, led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan Rapid Response Force (RSF), commanded by Mohammed Hamdan “Hemedti” Dagalo. The two factions are engaged in a bitter struggle for control of the Sudanese state and its resources.
The ongoing conflict has had devastating consequences for the people of Sudan and neighboring countries. About 14,000 Sudanese have lost their lives, and around 33,000 Injured in the year long civil war. moreover, 9 million people Like those who have fled the country to seek refuge in neighboring countries Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia and South Sudan,
a nation in crisis
Sudan currently has the largest number of internally displaced persons in the world. More than half of the Sudanese population needs humanitarian assistance, according to relief agencies 18 million people Are suffering from severe food insecurity. There is a real threat of famine in the country, as food production and distribution networks have broken down.
The International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and Neighboring Countries represents an important step in addressing this grave situation. By mobilizing global support and securing much-needed funding, the international community has demonstrated its commitment to alleviating the suffering of the Sudanese people and providing essential assistance to those affected by the conflict.
As the crisis in Sudan escalates, the world watches with bated breath, hoping that the collective efforts of nations, organizations and humanitarian agencies will bring relief and pave the way for a peaceful resolution to this devastating conflict.
