State of the World from NPR Healthcare System Collapses in Sudan's Capital
May 28, 2025
The podcast delves into the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Khartoum, where the ongoing civil war has led to the total collapse of the healthcare system. Once bustling with nearly 100 facilities, the city now has no operational hospitals, leaving residents in desperate need of medical care. Personal stories highlight the struggles of families, particularly a mother risking everything to find help for her malnourished child. The resilience of those affected is showcased amidst the chaos of war and famine.
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Sudan's Healthcare Collapse
- Sudan's civil war has displaced over 15 million people and collapsed healthcare in many areas, including Khartoum.
- Nearly 100 medical facilities in Khartoum are now nonfunctional, wrecked or looted amid fighting.
Mother's Harrowing Journey For Care
- Alouia Zakaria fled Khartoum on foot to get medical help for her malnourished daughter Sabah.
- The pediatric hospital in Omdurman is overwhelmed, with crowded wards and a rising death rate among children.
Community Aid Holds Lifeline
- In Khartoum, local communities and volunteers have become lifelines providing food and basic medical care.
- Emergency Response Rooms coordinate grassroots aid despite extreme shortages and risks.