SEK 25 million in humanitarian support to crisis-affected Sudan

“The Government is now increasing Sweden’s humanitarian aid to help the people who are living under almost impossible conditions in Sudan. I recently met with the UNHCR country director for Sudan and other humanitarian actors that are fighting to reach those in need despite the grave risks and challenges. This additional support will go to care for the ill and injured, evacuation of civilians from war-affected areas affected by war, and protection and shelter for families and children who have been forced to flee from their homes. Swedish humanitarian aid will also reach people in dire need and poverty,” says Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa.

UNHCR supports displaced people in Sudan and its neighbouring countries by registering refugees, identifying humanitarian needs and offering protection. The war in Sudan has brought about the world’s largest refugee crisis, with more than 10 million people displaced in the region. UNHCR assists by providing vital supplies, shelter, protection measures for the civilian population and safe refugee camps. The Government is now setting aside an additional SEK 15 million for UNHCR operations in Sudan. 

The ICRC plays an important role in the humanitarian response in Sudan. This includes providing first aid and other acute care to the civilian population, organising evacuations of civilians and offering various types of protection for vulnerable people. The ICRC also plays a significant role in promoting and ensuring compliance with international humanitarian law. The Government is now setting aside an additional SEK 10 million for ICRC operations in Sudan.