The local area is affected by the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. This conflict has led to widespread civilian suffering and economic collapse. Many people are experiencing acute food insecurity, with some areas at high risk of famine.

Further details on the crisis are available from ReliefWeb. The situation is part of a larger humanitarian and displacement crisis in Sudan, which is one of the world's largest. The crisis has severe regional instability and humanitarian conditions are deteriorating across much of the country.