As the conflict in Sudan nears its fourth year, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has launched a significant appeal for $1.6 billion in order to assist millions of people who have fled the turmoil. The appeal, which is supported by 123 partners, aligns with the 2026 Sudan Regional Refugee Response Plan (RRRP) and is aimed at providing critical support to approximately 5.9 million individuals across seven neighboring countries: the Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Libya, South Sudan, and Uganda. The plan particularly focuses on nearly 470,000 new refugees anticipated to arrive, as well as assisting those stranded in border areas with limited resources.

Mamadou Dian Balde, the regional director of UNHCR, highlighted the gravity of the situation as the ongoing violence, stemming from clashes between the national army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) since April 2023, has created what is considered the world's largest displacement crisis. Currently, there are approximately 4.3 million Sudanese refugees dispersed throughout the region, with the majority residing in Egypt and eastern Chad. As conditions worsen, the urgent need for international assistance has become more apparent, particularly as new waves of refugees seek safety and stability in neighboring nations.

Additionally, the humanitarian crisis is compounded as basic healthcare services are being compromised, exemplified by the closure of clinics in Uganda, which further exacerbates the struggles faced by both refugees and the host communities. The ongoing appeal underscores the urgent need for collaborative efforts to address the crisis and support those who have been forcibly displaced due to the escalating violence in Sudan.