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Daily digest 2026-10-12 — Sudan

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

Daily digest: Sudan

2026-10-12

Acute malnutrition reaches critical levels in Greater Darfur and Kordofan.

Key developments

New evidence from IPC indicates a rapid deterioration of conditions across Greater Darfur and Kordofan. SMART surveys conducted since January 2026 show critical levels of acute malnutrition in much of Greater Darfur. There has been a sharp increase in severe acute malnutrition admissions in South and North Darfur.

Key concerns

The worsening food security and nutrition situation poses a significant challenge for humanitarian responders. Funding for humanitarian operations remains well below requirements, with only 71% of the necessary funds secured.

Humanitarian impact

Populations in Greater Darfur and Kordofan are experiencing severe food insecurity and malnutrition, with a notable rise in severe acute malnutrition cases. The country hosts 25 refugees and 65,644 internally displaced persons.

Information gaps

The specific causes for the increase in malnutrition admissions and the current polio situation in Sudan are not detailed in the provided reports.