Emergency level food insecurity is expected to persist across Greater Darfur, Greater Kordofan, and Blue Nile through January. Some areas are likely to experience catastrophic food insecurity. Additionally, 2.5 million people returned to Khartoum in August.

The combination of drought and ongoing conflict is exacerbating humanitarian needs, particularly in South Darfur. Funding for humanitarian operations remains well below requirements.

Widespread food insecurity at emergency levels is affecting large parts of the country, with some populations facing catastrophic conditions. Over 2.5 million people have returned to Khartoum, adding to the 4.7 million returnees in Sudan.

Details on the specific needs of returnees in Khartoum and the impact of the drought on agricultural production are not yet covered in recent reporting.