The United Nations urges aid as the Tawila crisis deepens
The updated plan requires $120 million (R2.16 billion) to assist over the next three months.
The focus is on critical sectors, including food, healthcare, water, sanitation, shelter, and protection.
In addition, the humanitarian crisis is deepening amidst ongoing violence and the spread of diseases.
The health situation in Tawila, North Darfur, is deteriorating, with a surge in cholera, measles, and malaria cases. Insecurity has forced over 32 health facilities to close in the region.
Critical shortages of surgical supplies and essential medicines are pushing the health system to the brink.
As a result, the lack of rapid diagnostic tests is hindering disease surveillance.
Tawila has become a key refuge for people fleeing intense conflict in El Fasher and Zamzam camp.
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) report that between 379 000 and 436 000 people have fled to Tawila since April 2025.
Currently, Tawila is accommodating these newly displaced individuals, while estimates place the total number of internally displaced persons in the area at 560 000.
Women, children, and people with disabilities are among the most vulnerable, facing acute protection risks.
The United Nations (UN) is deeply concerned about escalating violence in the Kordofan region, which is to the east of Tawila, with drone strikes causing civilian casualties.
As a result, it has called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the protection of civilians and aid workers.
Unimpeded access across conflict lines and borders is vital to addressing spiralling humanitarian needs.
Furthermore, increased international support is urgently needed to avert a full-scale catastrophe.
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