December 10, 2024 (N’DJAMENA) – The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has registered more than 720,000 Sudanese refugees in Chad as of Dec. 9, fleeing the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The Chadian government estimates this number could reach 910,000 by year-end. Since violence erupted in Sudan in April 2023, a steady flow of refugees and returnees has crossed into Chad seeking safety. Most have found temporary refuge in the Ouaddai, Wadi Fira, Sila, and Ennedi Est provinces. Humanitarian organizations working with the Chadian government provide essential assistance, including shelter, food, and medical care. The UNHCR and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) are helping register and relocate refugees to more permanent settlements with access to healthcare, education, and protection. Most refugees are women and children, including unaccompanied minors, pregnant women, and people with disabilities. “We are deeply concerned about the situation in Sudan and its impact on those forced to flee,” a UNHCR spokesperson said. “We are committed to working with our partners to support the Chadian government and the affected populations.” The UNHCR is appealing to the international community for increased funding to address growing humanitarian needs in Chad and calling for a peaceful resolution to the …

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