Sudan's Young Minds in Peril: The Education Crisis Unfolding

Sudan is facing a severe crisis as millions of children miss school due to the ongoing conflict.

• Over 8 million children have lost more than 500 days of learning since the war began in April 2023.
• This disruption is worse than the school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Schools Destroyed, Teachers Unpaid

• Many schools have been destroyed or repurposed as shelters for displaced families.
• In North Darfur, only a handful of schools remain open.
• Teachers are leaving in droves due to months of unpaid wages.

A Collapsing Education System

• Without urgent intervention, Sudan’s education system could collapse.
• Children are at high risk of exploitation and recruitment by armed groups.

Drone Strikes and Famine

• Recent drone strikes in al-Obeid have caused civilian deaths.
• Aid groups warn of famine in cities like al-Fashir and Kadugli.

Call for International Action

• The international community must act quickly.
• Children in Sudan need support to continue their education and build a better future.