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Libya Observer
3 days ago
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- Libya Observer
UN reports surge in Sudanese refugees arriving in Libya, warns of looming funding crisis
UN reports surge in Sudanese refugees arriving in Libya, warns of looming funding crisis The United Nations has reported a sharp increase in the number of Sudanese refugees entering Libya, warning of a worsening humanitarian crisis amid a critical funding shortage. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), nearly 313,000 Sudanese refugees have arrived in Libya since the outbreak of conflict in Sudan — a rise of 256,000 compared to the previous month. In a report issued on Friday, the UNHCR projected that by the end of 2025, the number of Sudanese refugees in need could reach 621,000. This would mark a 40% increase — or 446,000 additional people — compared to figures from November 2024, based on estimates from the 2025 Refugee Response Plan. The World Food Programme (WFP) has also raised the alarm, appealing for $13.5 million in urgent funding to continue providing vital food assistance to Sudanese refugees inside Libya. In a statement, the WFP warned that without immediate financial support, it will be forced to suspend aid to thousands of vulnerable people. 'We will not be able to maintain support to the targeted refugee population unless additional funding is secured,' the agency said. Tags: Sudanees refugees
Libya Review
4 days ago
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- Libya Review
Libya Hosts Over 313,000 Sudanese Refugees
On Saturday, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported that approximately 313,000 Sudanese refugees have crossed into Libya since the outbreak of conflict in Sudan in April 2023. This large-scale displacement has added pressure on Libya's already fragile infrastructure and humanitarian systems. According to UNHCR's 2025 Refugee Response Plan, the number of Sudanese refugees in need of assistance in Libya is expected to rise to 621,000 by the end of 2025. This represents a 40% increase compared to previous projections, with 446,000 additional individuals identified as needing urgent humanitarian support since November 2024. The World Food Programme (WFP), which has been providing vital food and cash assistance to Sudanese refugees in Libya, has also issued an urgent appeal for $13.5 million in funding. Without this financial support, the agency warns it will be unable to maintain its operations or deliver essential services to the growing refugee population. In April 2025 alone, the WFP reached 58,456 Sudanese refugees, distributing 602 metric tons of food and providing $64,650 in cash transfers to support their basic needs. The agency emphasized that it requires an additional $5 million to sustain its programs from June through November 2025. The escalating refugee crisis is stretching Libya's limited capacity to absorb and support new arrivals. The vast majority of refugees are entering through Libya's southern border, many in remote areas with limited access to services. Aid agencies have repeatedly warned that unless additional support is mobilized, many of these refugees will face food insecurity, lack of shelter, and health risks. UNHCR and WFP are urging the international community to step up support for Libya and the displaced Sudanese population, calling for solidarity and immediate action to avoid further humanitarian deterioration. Tags: libyaRefugeesSudanSudanese WarUNHCR
