Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — A humanitarian crisis of unprecedented scale continues to unfold in Sudan, where the ongoing conflict has displaced millions, both within the country and across neighboring borders.
As of 30 June 2026, nearly 4. 2 million Sudanese refugees remain displaced in countries such as the Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Libya, South Sudan, and Uganda, according to the latest data from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
The conflict, which began in April 2023, has not only exacerbated the existing humanitarian situation but has also led to a significant increase in the number of internally displaced persons and refugees. Before the conflict, Sudan was hosting over 1 million refugees, a number that has now doubled due to the crisis.
The UNHCR, in collaboration with its partners, launched a $1.
6 billion appeal in February 2026 to support millions of people forced to flee Sudan. This appeal targets 5.
9 million people across seven neighboring countries, aiming to provide lifesaving assistance and essential services.
The UNHCR has highlighted that Sudan remains the world’s largest displacement and worst humanitarian crisis, with essential services collapsed and humanitarian access restricted in many areas.
The situation is further complicated by the most severe global funding crunch in decades, which has strained the humanitarian response.
According to the UNHCR, over 2.
7 million Sudanese have fled to neighboring countries. This includes refugees who were already internally displaced and those who had sought safety in Sudan from other countries.
The situation is exacerbated by the fact that Sudan, before the conflict, was already hosting over 1 million refugees, mainly from South Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Syria, and the Central African Republic.
The Regional Refugee Response Plan (RRRP) for Sudan aims to deliver lifesaving assistance to 5. 9 million people across seven neighboring countries.
The plan is expected to prioritize aid for roughly 470,000 new refugees who are expected to cross into these countries, as well as thousands more who remain in border areas and have received only the most basic assistance.
The crisis has put a significant strain on the resources of neighboring countries, which are struggling to accommodate the influx of refugees. It has also raised concerns about the long-term stability and security of the region.
The UNHCR has called for increased international support to address the crisis, emphasizing the need for sustained and coordinated efforts to provide aid and protection to those affected by the conflict.
As the situation continues to evolve, the world watches with growing concern, hoping for a resolution that will bring an end to the suffering and displacement of millions of Sudanese and the impact on the neighboring countries.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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This original article was produced by the ImNews editorial team
Source: reliefweb
Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
