Stories from the field

Voices of children and parents across Sudan

A child carries mosquito nets distributed by UNICEF on her head.

"Smell the rose, blow the candle."

After five years out of school, 14-year-old Hiba is catching up on lost learning and bringing calm and hope back to her family.

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Clean hands, healthy habits

At a school in South Darfur, handwashing lessons, safe water and dedicated teachers are helping children build healthy habits that protect them from disease

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For Hayat, safe water brings relief closer to home

In Tawila, access to safe water and essential hygiene supplies is helping displaced families protect their children’s health and rebuild daily life with dig

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When a war changes everything

In Sudan, children affected by conflict are rebuilding their lives after displacement, separation and trauma

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Aisha’s first steps

After an explosion caused life-changing injuries, five-year-old Aisha is receiving rehabilitation and psychosocial support to regain mobility and confidence

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Care closer to home for children and families in Sennar

With support from UNICEF and the World Bank, Alwehida Primary Healthcare Centre is providing essential health and nutrition services.

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“Breastfeed, breastfeed, breastfeed”

At a breastfeeding corner in Omdurman, mothers receive practical support and information to feed and care for their children during the early years of life.

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“Going to school gave me a lot of hope”

After displacement interrupted her education, nine-year-old Nour is learning again in Tawila, North Darfur.

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Walking alongside children on the road to recovery

A frontline social worker shares how sustained support helps children affected by conflict recover, reconnect with family, and reintegrate in the community.

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Seleen is getting stronger

Timely nutrition care is helping 18-month-old Seleen recover from severe acute malnutrition in Omdurman

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Mariam’s journey back to the classroom

Separated from her mother by conflict, 14-year-old Mariam has returned to learning and is holding on to her dream of becoming a doctor

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Against the odds, bringing lifesaving vaccines back to Sudan

Every vaccine delivered tells a human story.

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The people behind the reach

Five UNICEF colleagues share the people, moments and purpose behind their humanitarian work in Sudan

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A cause driven by communities

"Every child we reach, whether with a vaccine, a nutrition sachet, or learning opportunities at school, is a step toward," Nasrin Ibnouf

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Leading change in Kaima camp

How one displaced mother is driving community-led climate action in Tawila, North Darfur

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Rains, floods wash away homes in Darfur

UNICEF is responding fast, to protect families and prevent diseases

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29 October 2026

"Smell the rose, blow the candle."

After five years out of school, 14-year-old Hiba is catching up on lost learning and bringing calm and hope back to her family.
Read now
15 October 2026

Clean hands, healthy habits

At a school in South Darfur, handwashing lessons, safe water and dedicated teachers are helping children build healthy habits that protect them from disease
Read now
15 October 2026

For Hayat, safe water brings relief closer to home

In Tawila, access to safe water and essential hygiene supplies is helping displaced families protect their children’s health and rebuild daily life with dig
Read now
14 October 2026

When a war changes everything

In Sudan, children affected by conflict are rebuilding their lives after displacement, separation and trauma
Read now
13 October 2026

Aisha’s first steps

After an explosion caused life-changing injuries, five-year-old Aisha is receiving rehabilitation and psychosocial support to regain mobility and confidence
Read now
13 October 2026

Care closer to home for children and families in Sennar

With support from UNICEF and the World Bank, Alwehida Primary Healthcare Centre is providing essential health and nutrition services.
Read now
12 October 2026

“Breastfeed, breastfeed, breastfeed”

At a breastfeeding corner in Omdurman, mothers receive practical support and information to feed and care for their children during the early years of life.
Read now
11 October 2026

“Going to school gave me a lot of hope”

After displacement interrupted her education, nine-year-old Nour is learning again in Tawila, North Darfur.
Read now
11 October 2026

Walking alongside children on the road to recovery

A frontline social worker shares how sustained support helps children affected by conflict recover, reconnect with family, and reintegrate in the community.
Read now
30 September 2026

Seleen is getting stronger

Timely nutrition care is helping 18-month-old Seleen recover from severe acute malnutrition in Omdurman
Read now
30 September 2026

Mariam’s journey back to the classroom

Separated from her mother by conflict, 14-year-old Mariam has returned to learning and is holding on to her dream of becoming a doctor
Read now
07 September 2026

Against the odds, bringing lifesaving vaccines back to Sudan

Every vaccine delivered tells a human story.
Read more

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