AGP Executive Report

Sudan Health System Under Strain: WHO says 37% of Sudan’s health facilities were out of service in 2026, as attacks on healthcare keep rising—hurting patients, delaying surgeries and referrals, and leaving communities without basic care. El Obeid Humanitarian Crisis: El Obeid is described as trapped between fighting and survival, with cholera outbreaks, major water shortages, and medicine gaps while civilians face mounting pressure and displacement. Child Malnutrition Spike: Save the Children reports nearly 39,000 children fled to El Obeid in six months, with a sharp rise in malnutrition cases in Sheikan and families struggling to find enough food and safe water. Violence Hitting Civilians: Reports from Um Arada, near El Obeid, say at least 14 civilians were killed and dozens injured after an attack amid intensified clashes between SAF and RSF, with hospitals receiving bodies and more casualties still arriving. Peace Conditions With Health in Mind: Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan reiterates that any lasting settlement depends on RSF disarmament first, shaping what civilians can expect from the conflict’s next phase.

Health-System Collapse: WHO says 37% of Sudan’s health facilities were non-functional in 2026, as attacks on hospitals, ambulances, patients and health workers keep shrinking access to care. Conflict and Care in El Obeid: El Obeid is described as an “epidemic quagmire” with cholera outbreaks, severe water shortages and collapsing services, while displaced children arrive and families struggle to reach medicines and basic treatment. Humanitarian Strain for Children: Save the Children reports nearly 39,000 children fled to El Obeid in six months, with a sharp rise in malnutrition cases in Sheikan and families skipping meals amid reduced aid and worsening water access. Violence Hitting Civilians: At least 14 civilians were killed and dozens injured in an attack near Um Arada, southwest of El Obeid, with hospitals receiving bodies and more wounded as fighting intensifies in North Kordofan. Ceasefire Conditions and Rights: Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan signals peace talks hinge on RSF disarmament first, while UN urges warring parties to protect civilians as displacement and drone strikes continue. Healthcare Under Attack Globally: WHO also reports attacks on healthcare in conflict zones average more than four per day in 2026, with Sudan among the hardest hit.

El Obeid, North Kordofan: An attack on Um Arada, about 15 km southwest of El Obeid, left at least 14 civilians dead and dozens injured, with El Obeid Hospital receiving bodies and more patients still arriving as RSF–SAF fighting continues. Humanitarian access and child health: Save the Children reports nearly 39,000 displaced children reached El Obeid in the first six months of 2026, with rising malnutrition cases and worsening access to water and care as services strain under displacement. Healthcare under fire: The WHO says attacks on healthcare in conflict zones are averaging more than four per day in 2026; in Sudan, 37% of health facilities are non-functional, with repeated attacks on facilities, ambulances, patients and staff. Civilians and protection: The UN urges Sudan’s warring parties to take tangible steps to protect civilians as drone strikes and displacement intensify around El Obeid and across Blue Nile and North Kordofan. Aid system pressure: Reporting highlights the collapse of the global aid safety net, warning that shrinking humanitarian funding is making crises like Sudan’s harder to contain and prolonging suffering. Education in displacement: A Sudanese refugee in eastern Chad is now a head teacher in a camp school, showing how community-led education can keep children learning even when health and protection services are stretched.

Healthcare under fire: WHO says 37% of Sudan’s health facilities were out of service in 2026, as attacks on hospitals, ambulances, patients and staff continue at a rate of more than four a day, with hundreds killed and injured since January. El Obeid crisis: Renewed RSF assaults and drone strikes are hitting al-Obeid and surrounding areas, with reports of deaths and wounded, while hospitals struggle with fuel shortages, power cuts and damaged services. Civilians at risk: The UN is urging warring parties to take concrete steps to protect civilians as displacement deepens across Blue Nile and North Kordofan, where insecurity is blocking food, care and safe access to treatment. Wider healthcare violence: WHO also reports that attacks on healthcare in conflict zones globally are rising, including in Sudan, alongside Ukraine and Gaza. Aid protection warning: World Vision urges governments to treat aid workers as protected civilians, citing drone-linked hospital damage in Sudan and the growing danger to humanitarian staff. Training and access: A UK “visa brake” ruling leaves Sudanese medical applicants unable to start studies for 18 months, raising concerns for future health-system rebuilding. Health research push: WHO recommends prioritizing the Ervebo Ebola vaccine for testing in the DRC, as the outbreak grows and new trial planning ramps up.

Healthcare under fire: WHO says attacks on healthcare facilities, workers and patients in conflict zones have topped an average of more than four a day in 2026, with 900+ attacks recorded Jan–Aug, including in Sudan where 37% of health facilities are reported non-functional. Sudan war—al-Obeid hit again: Reuters reports RSF renewed drone and land attacks on al-Obeid, with eight drones striking the city and strikes also reported in Khartoum, Bahri and Atbara; medical sources cite deaths and injuries as fuel and power disruptions worsen hospital care. Humanitarian strain in El-Obeid: Displaced families and El-Obeid Teaching Hospital struggle with damaged infrastructure and fuel shortages, forcing generator shutdowns and threatening maternity and neonatal care. Aid worker safety: World Vision warns aid workers are increasingly targeted, citing a drone attack on El-Daein Teaching Hospital in East Darfur that killed dozens and left the hospital unable to function. Ebola response watch: WHO recommends testing the Ervebo Ebola vaccine in a clinical trial in DRC, as the outbreak grows fast; WHO also warns “mismatched” vaccine use must be handled carefully. Visa access for Sudanese health students: UK High Court upholds the “visa brake,” blocking Sudanese applicants from starting funded master’s courses, with plans to appeal.

El-Obeid Humanitarian Crisis: Sudan’s El-Obeid is under renewed RSF pressure, with reports of eight drone strikes and wider attacks across Khartoum and other areas. Medical sources cited deaths and injuries, while hospitals face fuel and power breakdowns that threaten emergency care, maternity services, and incubators for premature babies. Drone Warfare and Civilian Harm: Coverage highlights a worrying pattern of aerial attacks in Sudan, including drone strikes hitting civilian areas and health facilities, as drones proliferate and intensify the conflict’s reach. Accountability Concerns: Emergency Lawyers Group accused the SAF of killing and wounding civilians in North Kordofan outside active clashes, calling for independent investigation and accountability. Visa Bar for Sudanese Students: Sudanese medical graduates and other students affected by the UK “visa brake” are preparing appeals after a High Court upheld the 18-month study-visa restriction, despite fully funded offers at major universities. Health System Impact of War: Displaced families in El-Obeid describe shortages of food, basic household items, and access to care as infrastructure damage and sieges worsen daily survival.

Drone Strikes on al-Obeid: Sudan’s RSF renewed its assault on al-Obeid in Kordofan, with witnesses reporting eight drones targeting the city and air defenses activating; Reuters-linked reporting says two people were killed and others wounded, while strikes were also reported in Khartoum, Bahri, and Atbara, including a drone crash into a mosque courtyard. Civilian Harm Allegations: A Sudanese lawyers group accused the SAF of killing at least five civilians and wounding more than 10 in North Kordofan, describing attacks on farmers and shepherds outside active clashes and calling for independent investigation and accountability. War’s Health and Humanitarian Pressure: Coverage continues to highlight how drone and siege tactics are worsening conditions in flashpoints like al-Obeid, where power, fuel, food, and water have been hit—raising urgent risks for basic health care and survival. Education Disruption for Sudanese Students: Sudan Scholars UK says Sudanese applicants affected by the UK study-visa “brake” plan to appeal after a High Court ruling upheld an 18-month restriction, leaving fully funded master’s offers at universities including Oxford and Cambridge unable to start this September. Reproductive Health Under Attack: Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng’s final UN report is being spotlighted for framing reproductive genocide as a public health crisis, urging protection of medical facilities and personnel and an immediate ceasefire in Sudan.

RSF Drone Assaults on al-Obeid: Witnesses report renewed RSF attacks on al-Obeid in North Kordofan, including eight drones and strikes reported in Khartoum and Atbara, raising fears of worsening civilian harm and another humanitarian squeeze. Civilian Killings Allegations: An Emergency Lawyers Group says SAF forces killed at least five civilians and wounded more than 10 in North Kordofan, including attacks on farmers and shepherds outside active fighting, calling for independent investigation. Humanitarian Health Access: UN-linked reporting warns that funding shortfalls have forced closures of three health facilities in Central Darfur, cutting essential care for about 75,000 displaced people. Mass Grave in Kurmuk: After SAF retook Kurmuk in Blue Nile, officials say a mass grave with 25 bodies—including women, children and hospital staff—was found, with local authorities accusing RSF of executions during occupation. Education and Child Health Fallout: UNICEF and UN officials warn that Sudan’s war has pushed millions of children out of school, with nearly half of school buildings unavailable, threatening long-term health and wellbeing through a “lost generation.” Pope Calls for Protection: Pope Leo XIV renewed calls for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian corridors, highlighting civilian suffering in El Obeid amid UN warnings of mass atrocities risk.

Sudan Humanitarian Crisis: The UN says fighting and displacement are worsening across Sudan, with funding shortfalls forcing the closure of three health facilities in Central Darfur and leaving about 75,000 displaced people without essential care, while aid teams also report water support for El Obeid amid RSF pressure. Mass Atrocity in Blue Nile: Sudanese Armed Forces discovered a mass grave in Kurmuk, Blue Nile, with local officials accusing the RSF of executing civilians including women, children, and hospital staff during the town’s occupation. Education Under Siege: UNICEF warns Sudan has pushed millions of children out of school, with almost half of school buildings unavailable and the risk of a “lost generation” growing as the war drags on. Pope’s Ceasefire Call: Pope Leo XIV urged an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian corridors, highlighting civilian suffering in El Obeid as UN concerns about mass atrocities intensify. Healthcare in Detention: A former senior RSF commander was transferred to a military hospital in Omdurman after health problems while detained, with family alleging delays in medical care. Conflict-Driven Health Strain: UN and partners report ongoing displacement and insecurity in North Kordofan and West Darfur, adding pressure to already strained health services.

Mass grave in Blue Nile: Sudanese Armed Forces say they found 25 bodies in Kurmuk after retaking the town, with local officials accusing the RSF of executing civilians including women, children and hospital staff. Humanitarian squeeze on health: UN OCHA reports funding shortfalls have forced closure of three health facilities in Central Darfur, leaving about 75,000 displaced people without essential care, while insecurity around El Obeid threatens civilians and drives displacement. Education crisis: UNICEF warns Sudan’s war has pushed 8 million children out of school, with nearly half of school buildings closed or unavailable, raising fears of a “lost generation.” Pope’s ceasefire push: Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian corridors, urging protection for civilians in North Kordofan’s El Obeid amid UN warnings of mass atrocities risk. Detention health concern: A former RSF commander, Ali Al-Naseeh Al-Qala, was reportedly moved to a military hospital in Omdurman after a health setback in detention, with family alleging delays in medical care.

Humanitarian Funding Crunch: UN OCHA warns Sudan’s war is worsening daily, with funding shortfalls forcing the closure of three health facilities in Central Darfur and leaving about 75,000 displaced people without essential care. Siege and Access Risks: The UN highlights El Obeid in North Kordofan as a flashpoint, where RSF encirclement threatens a full assault; aid teams still delivered about 2 million liters of safe drinking water to roughly 133,000 people amid severe shortages. Mass Grave After Fighting: After SAF retook Kurmuk in Blue Nile, officials reported a mass grave with at least 25 bodies, including children, women, and hospital staff, with local authorities accusing RSF of executions. Education Fallout: UNICEF says 8 million children are out of school, with nearly half of school buildings inoperable or repurposed, raising fears of a “lost generation.” Ceasefire Push by Vatican: Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian corridors, urging international support as UN warns of mass atrocities risk in El Obeid. Detention Health Concerns: A former RSF senior commander was transferred to a military hospital in Omdurman after breathing and mobility problems in detention, with family alleging delays in medical care.

Ceasefire Call: Pope Leo XIV urged an immediate ceasefire in Sudan and demanded humanitarian corridors, spotlighting besieged El Obeid in North Kordofan as civilians face shortages of food, water, and medical supplies. Humanitarian Health Strain: UN agencies warn conflict and funding gaps are worsening care access: three health facilities in Central Darfur closed, leaving about 75,000 displaced people without essential services, while El Obeid received some 2 million liters of safe drinking water for 133,000 people amid severe water shortages. Detention and Medical Neglect: A former RSF senior commander, Lt Gen Ali Al-Naseeh Al-Qala, was transferred to a military hospital in Omdurman after shortness of breath and mobility problems in detention, with his family alleging delays in medical care and no formal charges. Specialised Care Returns: Qatar Charity launched a cochlear implant programme for children at Doha Hospital in Khartoum, marking the resumption of specialised hearing services in Sudan after the war. War’s Child Protection Shift: Khartoum state is moving from institutional care toward foster-family support for children without parental care as residential facilities deteriorate due to war-related service shutdowns and disease spread. Food Safety Warning: A report highlights the health risks of food adulteration, urging stronger controls as unsafe practices can undermine nutrition and increase illness risk.

Humanitarian Access in El Obeid: Pope Leo XIV urged humanitarian corridors and an immediate ceasefire as UN warnings highlight El Obeid’s siege-like conditions, with residents reporting shortages of food, water, and medical supplies amid ongoing strikes. Child Protection Shift: Khartoum state is moving from residential care to foster-family support for children without parental care as war-related service collapse and disease outbreaks drive rising child deaths. Specialised Hearing Care Returns: Qatar Charity launched a cochlear implant programme for children at Doha Hospital in Khartoum, marking the resumption of specialised hearing services after the war disrupted care. Education Under Fire: India called for strict accountability over attacks on Sudan’s schools, warning that conflict has left more than 17 million children out of education and citing a sharp rise in school attacks. Food and Health Strain: A Sudan family’s account shows how hunger and limited access to treatment are worsening health, with “we eat so we don’t die” reflecting a broader nationwide crisis. FGM Care Needs: Northern Ireland health services reported 333 FGM patients over five years, with many cases linked to migration from countries including Sudan—highlighting ongoing care and safeguarding needs.

Humanitarian Crisis in El Obeid: The UN warns el-Obeid in North Kordofan is edging toward a major catastrophe as sieges and drone strikes disrupt food, water, and medical supplies, with growing reports of sexual violence and long lines for remaining essentials. Specialist Care Returns in Khartoum: Qatar Charity has restarted cochlear implant services for children at Doha Hospital in Khartoum, marking the first resumption of this specialized hearing care since the war began, with Sudan’s health leadership and partners attending. Education Under Fire: India urged strict accountability for attacks on schools in Sudan at a UN meeting, citing a sharp rise in school attacks and warning that more than 17 million children are out of school, linking education recovery to broader needs like displacement, hunger, and health. Ebola Vaccine Research: A pan-Ebolavirus nanoparticle vaccine showed protection in rodents against both Zaire and Sudan ebolavirus, offering a potential boost for outbreak preparedness across different Ebola strains. Urban Malaria Threat: Reports highlight the spread of the invasive Anopheles stephensi mosquito across Africa’s cities, raising malaria risk year-round and stressing the need to adapt prevention as insecticide resistance grows. Food Access Story from Omdurman: A Sudanese family describes how war and economic collapse pushed them into extreme food rationing—“we eat so we don’t die”—with diabetes worsening as treatment access shrank. Press Safety in Darfur: Radio Nyala journalists remain incommunicado after RSF detention, with families reporting fever, weight loss, and untreated medical conditions, underscoring risks to independent media workers.

Humanitarian Alarm in El Obeid: The UN warns el-Obeid in North Kordofan is sliding toward another catastrophe as sieges, drone strikes, and shortages leave residents running out of food, water, and medical supplies, with satellite imagery showing damage to fuel, power, and health facilities. Specialist Care Returns in Khartoum: Qatar Charity has restarted a cochlear implant programme for children at Doha Hospital, a major step toward rebuilding specialised hearing services after the war. Urban Malaria Threat: A fast-spreading mosquito, Anopheles stephensi, is turning malaria into a year-round urban risk across the Horn and beyond, with insecticide resistance complicating control. Ebola Vaccine Progress: Researchers report a pan-Ebolavirus nanoparticle vaccine protected rodents against both Zaire and Sudan virus infections, pointing to broader outbreak readiness. Education Under Fire: India urged strict accountability over attacks on Sudan’s schools, citing a sharp rise in school attacks and warning that over 17 million children are out of education. RSF Violence in North Kordofan: Doctors Network says an RSF motorcycle attack on Al-Tumaid killed four and injured others, with residents fearing further civilian assaults. Food Insecurity Stories: “We Eat So We Don’t Die” highlights how hunger and collapsing services are reshaping daily life for Sudanese families.

El Obeid Humanitarian Collapse: Satellite imagery shows damage to fuel, power, health facilities and civilian infrastructure in El Obeid, with displacement sites expanding and long lines at still-operational fuel stations—signs that basic survival systems are steadily eroding amid siege-like conditions. Khartoum Hearing Care Restart: Qatar Charity launched a cochlear implant programme for children at Doha Hospital in Khartoum, marking the return of specialised hearing services after the war disrupted care. Ebola Vaccine Research: A pan-Ebolavirus nanoparticle vaccine protected rodents against lethal Zaire and Sudan virus infections, a step toward broader outbreak readiness for different Ebola species. Urban Malaria Alarm: A fast-spreading, urban-adapted mosquito (Anopheles stephensi) is expanding across the Horn into countries including Sudan, with WHO warning millions more in African cities are at risk. Sudan Education Under Fire: India urged strict accountability over attacks on Sudan’s schools, citing a sharp rise in school attacks and warning that over 17 million children are out of education. North Kordofan Violence: Doctors network reports RSF motorcycle attacks on Al-Tumaid in North Kordofan killed four, injured others, and looted property, adding to fears and displacement. Food Insecurity Stories: “We Eat So We Don’t Die” highlights how hunger and collapsing access to medicine are pushing families deeper into crisis across Sudan.