The 2024 Sudan Urban Household Survey, conducted by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), offers a comprehensive analysis of the conflict's socioeconomic impact on urban households. It highlights significant demographic shifts, with 31% of households relocating to different states, leading to challenges in securing housing, healthcare, and employment. Employment disruptions are stark, with full-time wage earners halving and unemployment rising from 1.6% to 18%, forcing many into unstable self-employment. Access to essential services like water, electricity, and healthcare has deteriorated sharply, with over 50% reporting declining health and increased out-of-pocket expenses. Education has also suffered, with 70% of households reporting school-aged children no longer attending due to closures and financial barriers, threatening the long-term human capital of Sudan.
These findings underscore the urgent need for integrated interventions to address vulnerabilities and rebuild resilience. Restoring basic services, strengthening social protection systems, and expanding access to formal aid are critical priorities. Immediate efforts should focus on infrastructure rehabilitation and innovative education solutions to mitigate long-term setbacks. Additionally, tackling insecurity and addressing the root causes of violence are essential to creating a stable environment for recovery. A coordinated approach by the government, international organizations, and civil society is essential to support displaced populations and enable Sudan’s urban households to rebuild livelihoods and create a resilient future.
Note: This interactive graphic tool leverages the power of visualization and interactivity to present selected key indicators from the published report. Users can analyze and filter the displayed figures in the context of other indicators for deeper insights. Development is ongoing, but to timely access to completed sections, we are continuously updating the tool by adding chapters progressively. Currently, we are starting with Chapter 2 of the Urban Household Survey.
