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Daily digest 2026-09-29 — Sudan

Humanitarian overview with dated reports, alerts and key figures from trusted sources.

Daily digest: Sudan

2026-09-29

Cholera deaths globally reached their highest level in 25 years in 2025, though specific impact on Sudan is not detailed.

Key developments

As of September 25, 2026, the Central African Republic continues to host Sudanese refugees, with significant populations in Birao (Korsi) and Tissi. New figures indicate 12,748 refugees in Birao (Korsi) and 6,158 in Tissi. Smaller numbers are also reported in Amdafok, Sam-Ouandja, Akoursoulbak, and Zoboss.

Key concerns

Globally, cholera deaths increased by 30% in 2025, reaching the highest annual number reported to WHO since 1999, indicating a severe public health challenge. Sudan faces an INFORM risk class of 5, ranking 7th globally, highlighting extreme vulnerability.

Humanitarian impact

The Central African Republic is hosting a substantial number of Sudanese refugees, totaling over 20,000 across various locations. Within Sudan, there are 65,644 internally displaced persons.

Information gaps

The specific impact of the global cholera trends on Sudan is not covered in the provided reports. Details on the protection and humanitarian needs of the displaced populations within Sudan are also not available.