On Sudan’s Humanitarian Emergency

Since civil war erupted on April 15, 2023, between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, Sudan has become the site of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. More than ten million people have been displaced, over half of the population needs humanitarian assistance, and over 750,000 people are facing catastrophic levels of hunger. In this episode, experts discuss ongoing humanitarian efforts, the challenges faced by aid workers, and potential solutions to mitigate the worsening crisis in Sudan. Background Reading: This article discusses Sudan’s devastating humanitarian crisis and how it’s not getting the international attention it deserves. Host: Michelle Gavin , Ralph Bunche Senior Fellow for Africa Policy Studies, Council on Foreign Relations Guests: Kholood Khair , Political Analyst; Researcher; Founding Director, Confluence Advisory Kate Almquist Knopf , Senior Advisor, WestExec Advisors; former Assistant Administrator for Africa, U.S. Agency for International Development Susan Stigant , Director of Africa Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox?

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This episode is 61:35 long.

This episode was published on Feb 6, 2026.

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