Millions of people in Sudan are surviving on just one meal a day as the country’s food crisis worsens, aid groups have said.
A joint report by Action Against Hunger, CARE International, International Rescue Committee, Mercy Corps, and Norwegian Refugee Council says the situation is pushing the country closer to famine.
The crisis is linked to the ongoing war between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, which is nearing its third year.
“In the two areas worst hit by the conflict, North Darfur and South Kordofan, millions of families can only access one meal a day,” the report said.
“Often, they miss meals for entire days,” it added, noting that some people now eat leaves and animal feed to survive.
About 28.9 million people, nearly two-thirds of the population, are now acutely food insecure, according to the 2026 response plan.
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The United Nations has warned of worsening violence and hunger across the country. Famine has already been confirmed in some areas, while the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification says extreme malnutrition levels have been recorded in others.
Despite this, Sudan’s government denies famine exists, while the RSF has rejected responsibility in areas under its control.
The report says the conflict has disrupted farming and food supply. It also warns that farms and markets are being destroyed, raising concerns that starvation is being used as a weapon of war.
Aid efforts are struggling as community kitchens cannot meet demand and funding cuts limit response.
Women and children are among the worst hit. The report says women face risks of violence when trying to get food or water, and female headed households are three times more likely to face food shortages.
Aid groups warn the crisis could get worse without urgent help.