‘Only sheets to cover us’: Sudan’s displaced face little shelter in Kosti

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by Mohammad MansourJanuary 1, 2026 at 05:55 PM

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Thousands of Sudanese families fleeing fighting in Kordofan and Darfur have arrived in Kosti, Sudan, by January 2026, seeking refuge. These displaced people face dire conditions, with overcrowded camps and limited international support. Many, like Aziza, are forced to live in makeshift shelters constructed from bedsheets, offering little protection from the elements. The ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified in recent months, leading to a surge in displacement towards Kosti. The displaced also face economic hardship, with limited resources and rapidly devaluing currency. The situation highlights the urgent need for increased humanitarian aid and support for those affected by the Sudanese conflict.

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Key Player Opposition Context

White Nile 40% Khartoum 40% Taher Almardi ×250% Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) 60% Rapid Support Forces (RSF) 60% Kordofan ×270% Darfur ×270% Kosti ×480% Sudan ×490%

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sudan 90% displacement 90% kosti 80% shelter 70% humanitarian crisis 70% refugees 60% kordofan 50% darfur 50% economic collapse 50% rapid support forces 40%