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UNFPA Situation Report: Chad Humanitarian Response (1 - 31 May 2026)
By United Nations Population Fund at ReliefWeb
· June 16, 2026
· 2 min read
Countries: Chad, Sudan . In May 2026, Chad’s humanitarian crisis intensified due to worsening security and shifting migration, with the total number of Sudanese refugees reaching 928,818. New displacements in Lac Province, triggered by non-state armed group attacks, led to a state of emergency, whil
Key takeaway In May 2026, Chad’s humanitarian crisis intensified due to worsening security and shifting migration, with the total number of Sudanese refugees reaching 928,818.
Why this matters
The humanitarian crisis in Chad has significant implications for Christian charities and faith-based organizations that provide relief services in the region. The severe funding shortages and resulting scale-back of life-saving services exacerbate the vulnerability of women and children, who comprise the majority of the refugee population. The critical protection gaps, including insufficient lighting and latrines, increase the risk of gender-based violence, an issue that many Christian organizations prioritize in their humanitarian efforts. The deployment of midwives and provision of sexual and reproductive health services by UNFPA align with the goals of many faith-based organizations that focus on maternal and child health. The 90% funding gap for UNFPA's efforts in Chad highlights the need for increased support from the global community, including Christian charities and donors, to address the urgent humanitarian needs in the region, particularly for women and girls who require life-saving services.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Chad, Sudan . In May 2026, Chad’s humanitarian crisis intensified due to worsening security and shifting migration, with the total number of Sudanese refugees reaching 928,818. New displacements in Lac Province, triggered by non-state armed group attacks, led to a state of emergency, whil
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