The scale of the crisis is stark. Famine has already been confirmed in ten regions, with seventeen more at risk by May 2025. This reality reminds us that our work is not just about emergency response. It is about shared responsibility, solidarity, and sustained commitment.

In this pivotal second year, our Joint Response has moved from laying foundations to delivering large-scale, multi-sectoral impact. Across South Kordofan, North and South Darfur, White Nile, and Gedaref, our teams and partners have worked tirelessly to reach communities where access is most difficult and needs are most acute. Every intervention has been guided by a clear purpose: to deliver timely, effective, and high-quality assistance where it matters most.

Thanks to the collective strength of our 14 dedicated partners, and support of the Netherlands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs, we have reached 209,831 people across our priority states – without duplication – significantly expanding our reach and impact. Please take a moment to read our newsletter for an overview of PCJR’s humanitarian achievements.

By prioritizing high-risk and hard-to-reach areas, particularly in South Kordofan and the Darfurs, we have ensured that support reaches those who need it most. Our response continues to focus on food security, WASH, and protection, safeguarding both survival and dignity.

At the heart of our work is a strong commitment to localization, supported by the Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA) model, which allows us to remain agile, adaptive, and closely aligned with community needs.

As we look ahead to the final year of this programme, our focus remains on bridging life-saving assistance with long-term resilience. Through market-based approaches and cash assistance, we aim to strengthen local economies and empower communities to rebuild with dignity. We call on our donors and the international community to stand with us. The crisis in Sudan demands a response that is coordinated, locally driven, and adaptable. These are values that define the Joint Response.

I extend my deepest appreciation to our 14 partners for their unwavering commitment under extraordinarily difficult circumstances. Together, we are making a difference. Your dedication fuels our hope as we continue working to bring support, protection, and renewed possibility to the people of Sudan.

With appreciation and hope,
Mohammed Alamin