They were ‘Just Innocent Farmers’: New Videos Reveals Extent of Destruction to Kanabi Settlement

A new video revealing the full extent of the destruction to the Kanabi settlement in Sudan’s al-Jazira state has surfaced, exposing a harrowing look at the devastation and the urgent need for humanitarian intervention.

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has brought renewed suffering to marginalized communities, including the Kanabi, who have long faced discrimination and displacement. A recent report by Middle East Eye highlights how both warring factions have targeted members of this community, exacerbating their already vulnerable status.

According to the report, the Kanabi, primarily agricultural workers of South Sudanese descent, have been subjected to forced displacement, violence, and exploitation. The historical marginalization of the community has left them without legal protections, making them easy targets amid Sudan’s civil unrest.

 

Humanitarian organizations, including the African Union (AU), UNHCR, and Human Rights Watch, have condemned the ongoing violence and called for urgent intervention to protect vulnerable groups. “The targeting of civilians, especially marginalized communities like the Kanabi, is a grave violation of international humanitarian law,” said a spokesperson for UNHCR.

Act4SouthSudanese’s Response

 

As the crisis escalates, The Global Campaign & Emergency Humanitarian Response for South Sudanese in Sudan – Act4SouthSudanese.org is working to provide direct support to displaced South Sudanese. Our organization is mobilizing resources to assist those seeking refuge, coordinating with humanitarian partners to facilitate emergency aid, and advocating for safe passage for those trapped in conflict zones.

 

“We are deeply concerned about the plight of the our people, Through our network of volunteers and partners, we are delivering food, medical supplies, and legal support to those affected,” said Ms 

 

Call to Action

 

The Global Campaign & Emergency Humanitarian Response for South Sudanese in Sudan urges the international community to amplify calls for humanitarian corridors and increased protection for displaced South Sudanese in Sudan. We are actively raising funds to expand our emergency response efforts and calling on governments to provide asylum options for those fleeing violence.

 

For more details and ways to support, visit Act4SouthSudanese.org.

 

For further updates on this crisis, see the original report by Middle East Eye

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