‘I have searched and searched for help’: the Sudanese women left alone to live hand to mouth in Chad’s desert camps

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has forced many to flee to Chad, where the situation is dire, especially for women and children. With 86% of refugees being from these vulnerable groups, malnutrition is escalating in remote camps. The harrowing story of 18-year-old Makka Ibraheem Mohammed, who faced life-threatening complications during her labor while being transported to a hospital, highlights the urgent need for humanitarian assistance. This crisis matters because it underscores the plight of those affected by war and the critical need for support in refugee camps.