A year since it started, the war in Sudan has spiraled into one of the world’s largest and most complex displacement crises. Since April 15, 2023, more than 8.6 million people have fled their homes, with 1.8 million people, mostly women and children, crossing to neighboring countries.
Civilians suffer indiscriminate attacks—including widespread sexual violence. Communities are shattered, with families broken and separated or desperate to provide for those still in their care.
Thousands are still crossing the borders. In South Sudan, more than 1,800 people arrive daily, increasing pressure on already stretched resources. Chad is experiencing the largest influx of refugees in its history.
Other countries hosting Sudanese refugees include the Central African Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Uganda. Host countries have been extremely generous in ensuring refugees can access public services, including documentation, education, healthcare, and housing.
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