Gallery|Sudan warChad struggles as new Sudanese refugees strain resources and infrastructureSudan’s civil war drives millions from their homes, creating an unparalleled humanitarian emergency in the region.
## Humanitarian Crisis and Refugee Situation in Chad
Humanitarian Crisis and Refugee Situation in Chad
Farchana Refugee Settlement, Chad – The capture of el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified violence and displacement in Sudan's ongoing conflict.
This 30-month conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has resulted in a significant humanitarian crisis, displacing nearly 12 million individuals.
Thousands of individuals escaping the violence are seeking refuge in Chad, which currently hosts over 880,000 Sudanese refugees. Despite reaching safety, many refugees face survival challenges due to decreasing humanitarian aid.
Chad accommodates almost 1.3 million forcibly displaced persons, including at least 760,000 Sudanese refugees who have arrived since April 2023. This influx, predominantly women and children, poses challenges to a nation already dealing with economic difficulties and environmental issues.
Farchana Refugee Settlement, Chad – The capture of el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified violence and displacement in Sudan's ongoing conflict.
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is working with Chad’s government to manage humanitarian operations, relocate refugees from border areas to established facilities, and provide essential services such as water, shelter, food, and medical care. Efforts are ongoing to move over 237,000 refugees from temporary settlements near Adre to locations with improved healthcare and educational facilities.
The malnutrition ward at Farchana Hospital is treating at least 80 infants and children requiring urgent care. These patients receive ongoing monitoring and specialized nutritional therapy. However, funding for this program is set to expire by late 2025, threatening the well-being of many vulnerable children.
Mohamed Ibrahim, a pharmacist at Farchana Hospital, highlights the challenges faced in providing adequate medical supplies for both refugees and the host community. He notes the overwhelming number of people and the impact of seasonal diseases.
Water demand in the Farchana refugee settlement has increased significantly due to dry conditions and the continual arrival of new refugees from Sudan. At least 41,000 new refugees have arrived in 2025 alone, exacerbating the shortages.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
