Sudan

Sudan is projected to face a critical health crisis in 2025, with around 20.3 million people, including approximately 7.4 million IDPs, in need of urgent support. The conflict has left 70-80 per cent of health facilities non-operational or overwhelmed, compounded by violence, economic instability, and climate challenges.[1] Vulnerable groups, particularly women, children, the older people, and individuals with disabilities, are disproportionately affected. Women needing medical and reproductive health services comprise 35 per cent of those affected, while children comprise nearly 55 per cent and face increased risks from disease outbreaks and lack of pediatric care. Around 65 per cent of the population lacks access to adequate healthcare, while attacks on healthcare facilities, with 145 incidents reported by WHO, have caused over 80 deaths and significant disruptions to services. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for over 54 per cent of deaths, and around 15 per cent of the population lives with disabilities and require rehabilitative services[2]. The lack of health facilities and attended births have life-threatening consequences for pregnant women and girls.