Tawila, March 09 (Darfur24)
Health officials have reported a growing outbreak of tuberculosis among displaced residents in Tawila camps in North Darfur, highlighting the urgent health risks facing tens of thousands living in overcrowded and underserved settlements.
Medical sources said the infections are linked to poor sanitation, lack of safe water, high humidity, and crowded living conditions, as the camps struggle to provide basic services to people fleeing conflict in El Fasher.
According to the sources, Tawila Hospital has so far recorded around 15 tuberculosis cases, including deaths. They warned that the actual number of infections could be higher if a comprehensive health survey were conducted in the camps.
The sources added that patients face daily challenges in accessing treatment due to the remoteness of health facilities, shortages of medicines, and transportation difficulties, particularly in the eastern Jebel Marra region.
Meanwhile, a displaced resident in Tawila told Darfur24 that they were forced to transport an injured relative to Rokero for treatment, and later to Nyala city in search of medical care.
He said tuberculosis patients face significant difficulties in accessing treatment in Tawila and other areas under the control of the Sudan Liberation Movement east of Jebel Marra.
Residents have called on humanitarian organizations to strengthen diagnosis and treatment services and reach the most affected communities to ensure that everyone receives the necessary health care.
The Tawila region, which is under the control of the Sudan Liberation Movement forces, is currently hosting around 700,000 displaced people, most of whom fled the conflict in El Fasher, making it one of the largest displacement hubs in Sudan.