Event Summary
On 29 March 2026, four sources in the Darfur region reported the closure of all offices of the Sudan Social Development Organization (SUDO) in areas under the control of the Rapid Support Forces, after the Sudanese Humanitarian Aid Commission refused to renew the organization’s registration since January 2026. As a result, SUDO was forced to halt its operations in East, South, and West Darfur, in addition to suspending activities at the Tawila office in North Darfur, directly affecting the continuity of essential humanitarian services in the region.
The ongoing restrictions on NGOs, including the refusal to register other organizations such as Al-Manar, could further deteriorate the health situation and basic services: increasing the suffering of displaced persons and local communities. This closure highlights the significant challenges faced by humanitarian organizations operating in conflict zones and calls for urgent intervention to guarantee freedom of movement for organizations and the continuation of aid to the most vulnerable populations in the Darfur region.