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Sexual violence in Sudan sparks mental health crisis, UN warns

United Nations agencies and local humanitarian groups warn that widespread rape and sexual violence used as a weapon of war in Sudan has created a large mental health emergency.

Published Apr 28, 2026, 10:22 PM EDT | WFMZZ

United Nations agencies and local aid groups warned that the widespread use of rape and other sexual violence as a weapon of war in Sudan has spurred a massive mental health crisis. Their warning highlights a growing emergency affecting survivors and communities across the country.