IJFNPH · Vol 15, Nos 1/2 · 2025Conceptual

The Impact of War on the Health Services and NGOs in Sudan: 2023-2025: An update, Dr Haitham Bashier, Dr Huda Hakim, Prof. Mokbul Ahmad

Team Leader at Public Health Emergency Management Centre, EMPHNET
Jordan
Technical Specialist at the International Academy of Public Health (IAPH)
Jordan
Professor Mokbul Morshed Ahmad
Professor at the School of Environment, Resources and Development, Asian Institute of Technology
Thailand
Received: 11 May 2025Revised: 6 June 2025Accepted: 12 June 2025Published: 29 June 2025
Purpose

This paper examines the impacts of Sudan’s war from 2023 to 2025 on health services and the operations of non-governmental organisations (NGOS) in Sudan. Design: This conceptual paper employs qualitative methods, including an analysis of secondary data, key informant interviews, literature review, humanitarian reports, and conference proceedings.

Findings

The findings identify disruptions to the health system and significant setbacks faced by NGOs.

Original/Value of the Paper

All information and recommendations are based on the authors’ first-hand experience and engagement in the Sudan health system before and during the war.

Research Limitations/Implications

The ongoing conflict and its rapidly evolving nature may limit access to data, necessitating frequent updates to the findings.

Practical Implications

The paper recommends strategic directions and interventions to rebuild and strengthen Sudan’s healthcare system

Keywords
Sudan WarHealth System DisruptionNGO OperationsPost-Conflict RecoveryService SustainabilityQualitative Methods
Citation

Bashier, H., Hakim, H. and Ahmad, M.M. (2025): The Impact of War on the Health Services and NGOs in Sudan: 2023-2025 – an Update. International Journal of Food, Nutrition and Public Health (IJFNPH), Vol.15, No.1-2, pp.1-14.