Evolving dynamics of the Sudan conflict: Implications for humanitarian action and civil society
Children playing in Khartoum, Sudan. Credit: Ammar Nasiir @ Unspash
Sudan's conflict has entered its third year with devastating consequences for millions of civilians and the country's stability. As military violence escalates and the humanitarian crisis deepens, civil society organisations and humanitarian actors face an increasingly complex operational environment.
This report, written by Monim El Jak, examines the rapidly evolving dynamics reshaping Sudan's landscape since April 2023, with particular focus on how these transformations impact humanitarian action and civil society work.
Through analysis of current challenges—including restricted aid access, shifting political dynamics, and operational constraints—this paper provides strategic recommendations for adapting humanitarian responses and supporting civil society resilience in Sudan's changing context.
About the author
Abdel-Monim El Jak is a consultant with CDAC Network’s Local Lifelines Sudan project. He worked as a political analyst, advisor, and a democracy, peace and human rights specialist since 2000. Abdel-Monim consulted on peace, political processes, and civic engagement during his work as a senior staffer with the UN mission in Khartoum, the United States Agency for International Development in Juba, and with the Forum of Federation.