For a second Ramadan in a row, millions of people around Sudan will be spending the holy month away from their homes.

Since April 2023, Sudan has been engulfed by one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Over half the population is in need of urgent humanitarian assistance, including 16 million children, while famine conditions reported in some parts of the country.

As the conflict continues, it means this Ramadan is one of displacement and suffering for people like Madina and her family.

Forced to flee

“I fled Omdurman on the fifth day of Eid ul Fitr [2024], it was a very hard experience.”

Like thousands of people around Sudan, Madina and her family have been displaced multiple times since the conflict began.

“I first fled to Medani (Jazirah state) and then to Sinnar state where I stayed for 2 months.

“I then returned to Medani, but after it got hit, I moved to Gedaref state. I was warmly welcomed in Gedaref and received so much support.”

‘My heart aches’

Madina is worried about what sort of effects multiple displacements are having on her 8 children.

“The conflict has affected my children’s education. My biggest concern now is my children’s future.

“My heart aches whenever I look at my children.”

In 2024, Islamic Relief reached more than 40,000 people in Sudan through our Ramadan food distribution support programme, providing food to help vulnerable people during the holy month.

Madina and her family received a food parcel from Islamic Relief, so she could feed her children during the holy month. Although incredibly grateful for the support, Madina misses her home.

“I miss Ramadan preparations in my home. I was sad during the first days of Ramadan because I lost my neighbours and loved ones.

Alhamdulilah, I thank Islamic Relief for their support.”

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