Chad is facing an intensifying humanitarian crisis in July 2025. Over 2.2 million people are now forcibly displaced across the nation. This figure represents nearly 10% of Chad’s total population.
Eastern regions like Wadi Fira and Ennedi East are particularly affected. Over 80 000 new Sudanese refugees are arriving in these areas.
As a result, these arrivals exacerbate already dire conditions for host communities.
FOOD INSECURITY SOARS
Food insecurity remains a critical concern across Chad this July. An estimated 3.7 million people face severe food insecurity during the current lean season.
This number reflects a significant increase compared to previous years, driven by conflict, displacement, and climate-related shocks.
The influx of over one million people from Sudan contributes significantly to this crisis.
Poor agricultural seasons in 2024, due to devastating floods, also worsened the situation. Additionally, the floods resulted in the destruction of approximately 432 200 hectares of crops.
REFUGEE ARRIVALS STRAIN RESOURCES
Since mid-April 2025, Chad has received a significant wave of refugees from Sudan. This follows attacks on internally displaced persons’ camps in Sudan.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reports 90 018 new refugees arrived on 11 July 2025.
The majority are settling in Wadi Fira and Ennedi Est provinces.
Furthermore, approximately 61% of these new refugees are children under the age of 18.
CRITICAL FUNDING SHORTFALLS
Humanitarian efforts in Chad face severe underfunding as of July 2025.
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) requires $27 million (R491.4 million) for its 2025 response plan.
However, UNFPA has only received $2.5 million (R45.5 million), which is less than 10% of the required amount.
The shortfall puts thousands of people’s vital services at risk. Immediate and increased donor support is crucial for sustaining the response.
WHAT ACTIONS SHOULD AID AGENCIES TAKE TO EASE CHAD’S SUFFERING?
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