Humanitarian Aid and Corruption during the Sudan War

Main Content

The outbreak of war on April 15, 2023, between the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is a turning point in Sudan's political history.

Historical Context

• The conflict's roots trace back to at least the early 1990s when the central government armed Arab militias in Darfur against non-Arab rebel groups.
• The "Janjaweed" militias evolved into the RSF in 2013 with direct support from former president Omer al-Bashir, who legalized them as part of the security apparatus.
• The triggering factor for the current conflict was the dispute over military and security reform during the transitional government, specifically the integration of the RSF into the SAF.

Corruption and Aid

The report highlights how the struggle for control over resources and the lack of transparency in the security sector have directly contributed to the current humanitarian crisis and the challenges in delivering aid.