14,000 returnees receive aid in North Darfur
Displaced people return to 24 villages in Dar Al-Salam locality after fleeing attacks.
Approximately 14,000 displaced people have voluntarily returned to 24 villages in Sudan’s North Darfur State, in the Dar Al-Salam locality. They had fled their homes amid attacks and looting by armed groups, seeking refuge in Dar Al-Salam Town. Residents found that authorities had restored water services and were rehabilitating healthcare facilities.
Sheikh Abdel-Naim Mohamed Ahmed of Salougi village stated that residents of 24 villages in the Wadi Dagash area returned after requesting the Government of Peace and Unity, headed by the leader of RSF, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, to provide security. He noted that they were displaced in 2024 during military operations around El Fasher army headquarters. Sheikh Abubakar Ibrahim Mohamed of Ja’aour village expressed appreciation for food baskets distributed by the Tasis government.
The food assistance included sugar, flour, tea, pasta, milk, and cooking oil, alongside healthcare, education, and drinking water services. Ikram Hassan Mabrouk, a resident of Daw Al-Bait village, confirmed receiving sufficient food supplies after villagers lost belongings, including livestock, to looting in 2025. Mabrouk expressed determination to rebuild their communities despite the devastation.
Why it mattersReturnees are receiving essential food, water, and healthcare services after fleeing violence and looting.