Under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian has delivered crucial aid to Chad’s capital, N'Djamena, to support over 70,000 Sudanese individuals. This effort aims to alleviate suffering and safeguard lives amid the escalating crisis.
On Saturday, 31 August, a Boeing 747 cargo flight departed from Al Maktoum International Airport at 9am, carrying 90 metric tonnes of essential supplies, including medical aid, shelter materials, and relief items provided by the World Health Organisation and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. These vital resources will support more than 70,000 Sudanese people, addressing their urgent needs and providing much-needed relief.
Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Dubai Humanitarian stated, "In these critical moments, the speed of our response can be the difference between life and death. Our swift mobilisation and delivery of aid underscore the strong partnerships and steadfast support from Dubai’s leadership. This airlift to Chad reflects our ongoing commitment to assisting vulnerable communities globally."
In response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan, the World Health Organisation is delivering 37 metric tonnes of life-saving infusions to treat thousands needing immediate medical assistance. This charter flight provided by the Dubai Humanitarian is vital to overcoming logistics challenges and represents tremendous support to World Health Organisation's ongoing health emergency response”, said Robert Blanchard, Emergency Operations Manager, World Health Organisation Global Logistics Hub.
What Is Happening In Sudan
Since 15 April 2023, violent clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have displaced over 10.2 million people, including internally displaced individuals, asylum seekers, and refugees. This conflict has intensified Sudan’s existing issues, such as ongoing violence, disease outbreaks, economic and political instability, and climate emergencies.