Sudan’s historical famine echoes through latest hunger crisis
Summary
Sudan is facing a severe food crisis caused by ongoing war between the Sudanese army and paramilitary forces. This crisis echoes past famines in the country, but unlike earlier drought-driven famines, the current hunger problem is mainly caused by conflict disrupting farming, food deliveries, and aid.Key Facts
- War between the Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces began in April 2023 and has worsened through 2024.
- The conflict has damaged farms, markets, bakeries, and infrastructure essential to food production and distribution.
- Millions of people have been forced to leave their homes due to the food crisis and fighting.
- Historically, Sudan suffered famines caused mostly by drought and locusts, with one major famine between 1888-1889 killing over one million people.
- The 1984 famine caused by drought led to mass displacement in western Sudan.
- Current famine affects major cities and farming areas across Sudan, unlike past famines that were more regionally limited.
- Humanitarian aid is limited by war-related restrictions and damaged transport routes.
- The crisis includes both food shortages and breakdowns in services like banking and communications.
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