The General Coordination for Displaced Persons and Refugees reported that a new wave of displaced persons has arrived in Tawila, North Darfur. Between September 28 and October 3, 2026, 260 families, comprising 1,394 individuals, arrived in the area. This brings the total number of displaced families that have arrived between September 1 and October 3 to 1,169, totaling 6,191 people.
According to Adam Rajal, spokesperson for the General Coordination, the newly arrived displaced persons came from various areas in North Darfur. The majority of them are women, children, and elderly individuals who have been forced to flee their homes due to worsening security and living conditions, food insecurity, drought, and lack of rainfall.
The situation in Tawila has become increasingly challenging, with the area now serving as a relatively safe haven for displaced persons. However, this has put a strain on available resources and services for both the host community and the displaced persons. The newly arrived displaced persons are in urgent need of food, medicine, clean drinking water, shelter, medical care, sanitation, and hygiene services.
The General Coordination has warned that the continued arrival of new waves of displaced persons, coupled with a severe shortage of humanitarian aid, may exacerbate the humanitarian situation. There is a high risk of malnutrition, disease, and reduced protection, making urgent intervention necessary. The organization has called on humanitarian organizations, international agencies, and donors to provide emergency assistance to the newly displaced persons.
The spokesperson emphasized that the situation is dire, with displaced persons facing severe humanitarian challenges. The General Coordination is urging for a coordinated and immediate response to provide life-saving assistance to the newly arrived displaced persons. This includes support in food, water, health, shelter, sanitation, and protection.
Tawila has become a critical location for displaced persons in North Darfur, with many relying on the area for safety and security. However, the increasing number of displaced persons arriving in the area is putting a strain on local resources. The General Coordination is working to provide assistance, but is calling for additional support from humanitarian organizations and donors.
Key points
- The General Coordination for Displaced Persons and Refugees has reported that 260 families have arrived in Tawila, North Darfur, between September 28 and October 3, 2026.
- The newly arrived displaced persons are in urgent need of food, medicine, clean drinking water, shelter, medical care, sanitation, and hygiene services.
- The continued arrival of new waves of displaced persons, coupled with a severe shortage of humanitarian aid, may exacerbate the humanitarian situation in North Darfur.
