Forcibly Displaced Sudanese Trapped with Their Hopes at North African Borders

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This report, drawing on insights from surveys of 127 forcibly displaced Sudanese individuals and interviews with 11 key informants — including community leaders and representatives from local Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), International Non-Governmental Organisations (INGOs), and UN agencies — sheds light on their journeys, the obstacles they face, the human rights violations they endure, and their increasingly precarious situation in Libya, Tunisia, and Egypt.

It also underscores the cumulative impact of the restrictive policies and practices in Libya, Tunisia, and Egypt implemented through the militarisation of borders, arbitrary arrests, and deportations, which is devastating, violates international human rights law and exposes people on the move to grave risks. Forcibly displaced Sudanese, already grappling with the trauma of displacement and the challenges of rebuilding their lives, find themselves increasingly isolated and vulnerable to different kinds of institutional violence, while they continue to feel let down by the inadequate support received.

This report serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for these three countries to uphold their international obligations and ensure the safety, dignity, and well-being of all those seeking refuge at and within their borders. The international community must also play a crucial role in addressing this complex crisis. This includes providing comprehensive humanitarian assistance, advocating for the creation of safe and legal pathways for resettlement, and holding host countries accountable for their treatment of people on the move, including forcibly displaced Sudanese.