Child Rape in Sudan's Civil War

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Children as young as 1 are being raped and sexually assaulted by armed forces in Sudan as part of a bitter civil war. More than 200 children have been raped since the start of last year, with distressing details highlighting the gravity of the situation.

Key Points

  • More than 200 children have been raped in Sudan since the start of last year.
  • The number of violations against Sudanese children was 16% higher in 2024 than in 2023.
  • The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia has been accused of committing sexual violence on a large scale.
  • The United States determined that the RSF had committed genocide in areas under its control.
  • More than 30 million people in Sudan are in need of humanitarian assistance due to the ongoing civil war.

Pros

  • UNICEF is providing safe spaces for children through emergency response rooms set up by local activists.
  • Increased international awareness and calls for action against the perpetrators of these heinous crimes.

Cons

  • Children as young as one are victims of sexual violence and rape, causing long-lasting trauma and psychological scars.
  • More than 200 children have been raped since the start of last year, with distressing details illustrating the severity of the situation.