WHO Warns of Widespread Hunger in Sudan

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that starvation in war-torn Sudan is 'almost everywhere,' with nearly 25 million people—half the population—needing urgent support due to the ongoing civil war that erupted in April 2023. Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the alarming displacement crisis, noting that 12 million people are already displaced and emphasizing the low global attention to Sudan compared to other crises. The situation is exacerbated by diseases like cholera, with reports of over 5,000 cases and 191 deaths amid floods and poor living conditions. In Tawila, at least 10 children die from hunger daily, while many face additional threats from diseases and violence. UN estimates predict that 2.5 million people could die by the end of 2024 due to the conflict, which has led to massive agricultural disruptions and gender-based violence. Tedros called for greater media focus on Sudan, framing the humanitarian crisis as a 'tragedy' that warrants immediate global action.