US Provides $5 Million in Humanitarian Aid to Support Refugees in Libya

September 26, 2024

The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing $5 million in humanitarian aid to support refugees in Libya due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan and the humanitarian crisis that the country is experiencing.

Approximately 2.2 million people have been forced to flee Sudan since the start of the war, seeking a safe haven in other parts of the region, including Libya. This aid will contribute to meeting the urgent needs of Sudanese families who were forced to flee their homes to Libya.

Supporting Partners and Refugees

This support is provided to two USAID partners, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). UNICEF’s support helps thousands of children under the age of five with essential nutrition support, including malnutrition screening and treatment for severe and moderate malnutrition. WFP’s assistance provides essential food aid to Sudanese families to help them meet their most urgent needs.

The United States continues to stand with those affected by this crisis and commends Libya for welcoming refugees from Sudan. We encourage other donors to join us and increase their contributions to support those affected by the crisis, whether in Sudan or across the region.