Sudan’s Starvation Crisis: Council’s Inaction Fuels a Man-Made Catastrophe

As the world looks away, Sudan is grappling with one of the most severe humanitarian disasters of its time. More than a year into a brutal war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), famine is now threatening millions across the country.

A Nation Starving: Over 25 Million at Risk

According to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), more than 25 million people in Sudan are suffering from acute food insecurity. At least five areas are already experiencing famine-like conditions, including Zamzam Camp in North Darfur, and the Salam and Abu Shouk camps in El Fasher, as well as parts of the Nuba Mountains.

A Man-Made Tragedy

The United Nations has declared this a “man-made famine,” fueled primarily by ongoing conflict. The war has displaced more than 14 million people and devastated agricultural infrastructure. With crops destroyed and supply routes cut off, millions now rely entirely on humanitarian aid—aid that is struggling to get through.

Sovereign Council Fails the People

Despite numerous international warnings, Sudan’s Sovereign Council has failed to take effective action. In a striking move, the government rejected the IPC report, dismissing it as “speculative” and “politicized,” and withdrew from the global hunger monitoring system. This denial not only undermines the severity of the crisis but also hinders international relief efforts.

Instead of prioritizing the lives of millions facing starvation, the Council’s response has been defensive and dismissive—amplifying the suffering on the ground.

Global Appeals for Action

Nations, including the UAE, have voiced deep concern over the worsening crisis and called for a coordinated international response. The United Nations has repeatedly urged all parties in Sudan to grant unrestricted access to humanitarian aid and to stop obstructing relief operations.

A Call for Accountability

What is unfolding in Sudan is not just a humanitarian emergency—it is a political failure. Without urgent intervention and genuine political will, millions more will face hunger, disease, and death. The Sovereign Council and all parties involved must be held accountable for their role in perpetuating this catastrophe.

The time for global silence is over. Sudan cannot wait.