In the Midst of a Civil Conflict, Sudan’s Unsung Heroes Risk Their Lives to Feed and Heal
As Sudan’s devastating civil war enters its second year, triggering what aid groups call the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, a new generation of young volunteers has refused to flee. Instead, they have chosen to stay behind, organizing community kitchens and medical aid stations to keep their neighborhoods from starvation and collapse.
In a country where 12 million people have been displaced and 21 million face acute hunger, the rhythmic clatter of pots often signals the only daily meal for many lentil soup prepared by local youth. Their work is fraught with danger; volunteer Jihad A.-Din lost a close friend who was shot by militias while buying food for their community.
Beyond serving meals, these volunteers have turned abandoned homes and makeshift shelters into clinics, distributing medicine to the elderly and caring for those left behind by a broken health system. Requests for help pour in constantly, stretching their limited supplies and strength, yet they persist.
Their decision to stay, despite the risk, stems from loyalty and love for their people. Because my people are in need,” said Jihad. “We have to help my brothers.” Fellow volunteer Momen Wad Zeinab echoed the sentiment: If we leave, who will help them? We must stay for them.
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