South Kordofan in the news due to Sudan’s civil war violence and displacement, including deadly strikes and refugee tolls. Sudan state, capital Kadugli; pop ~2.1 million.
UNICEF has issued its first Child Alert in 20 years for Darfur, saying children have been pushed into extreme hunger, disease, displacement and violence as fighting between Sudan's army and the RSF has intensified. The agency has warned that needs are larger than in 2005 and that international funding and access are dangerously low.
The U.N.-backed IPC has reported that 19.5 million Sudanese—over 40% of the population—are facing acute hunger in 2026, with 135,000 in catastrophic (Phase 5) conditions and 825,000 children expected to suffer severe acute malnutrition. Fighting, drone strikes and disrupted supply routes are blocking aid and will worsen conditions during the July planting season.
Sudan’s leadership has announced a comprehensive, internal political dialogue to pave the way for a civilian transition, while warning against foreign-imposed solutions. The plan follows AU, UN, EU, and regional talks planned for June. RSF leaders push for a “new Sudan” with governance and development reforms, as clashes and humanitarian concerns persist.