Massive Landslide Kills Over 1,000 in Darfur Amid Sudan’s Civil War

KHARTOUM, Sudan – September 2, 2025:A terrible landslide in the Marra Mountains of western Sudan has taken the lives of more than 1,000 people. That’s according to a rebel group in control of the remote area. The Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A), led by Abdelwahid Nour, said the event happened on Sunday, August 31, and wiped out a whole village, leaving only one person alive.

Heavy seasonal rains caused the landslide, adding to the humanitarian crisis in a region already struggling with civil war and hunger. The SLM/A said the village was “completely levelled.” Reports say the dead are men, women, and kids who had been seeking safety from the fighting.

Rebel Group Asks for Help

The SLM/A, which controls the area in Darfur, is asking for international help. The group is appealing to the United Nations (UN) and other aid groups for assistance.

Their main need is help recovering the bodies. It’s very hard to get to the remote mountains, and local groups don’t have many resources.

Nation in Crisis

The landslide happened as Sudan’s civil war enters its third year. The conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has made Sudan one of the worst humanitarian emergencies in the world.

The Marra Mountains are a well-known place for people fleeing the fighting. Reports say people escaping the violence have been seeking shelter in this remote area.

Humanitarian Crisis Gets Worse

The civil war has made the humanitarian situation much worse across the country. Right now, more than half of Sudan’s people are facing a hunger crisis.

Plus, millions have left their homes. These displaced people often don’t have basics like enough food and medicine.

More Violence in Darfur

The violence has been really bad in Darfur. Fighting has increased in key areas, especially around the city of El-Fasher.

This increase in fighting happened after the Sudanese army won back the capital, Khartoum, in March. The change in control has made military operations more intense in other important areas of the country.

Broader Impact on Displaced People

The Marra Mountains are where people go to get away from the fighting in cities. But the area’s rough land and lack of resources make it tough to get aid there.

The landslide shows how at-risk these people are. They could be hurt by the war or by things like natural disasters.

Famine in Parts of Darfur

The civil war has caused famine in parts of Darfur. The fighting and destruction of farming have created a terrible food crisis.

Aid groups have had trouble getting supplies there because of the fighting and because humanitarian access has been blocked.

Hard to Verify Information

The number of dead and details about the landslide come from the Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A). It’s not possible to independently check the death toll right now because the location is remote and there’s still conflict.

The UN and other groups haven’t released their own numbers yet. It’s hard to report accurately from war zones where information is controlled or limited.

Women and Children at Risk

The SLM/A said that women and kids were among the victims. This is especially sad because reports say there’s been more sexual violence in Darfur.

Aid groups have said that women and girls are not safe anywhere in the conflict-ridden region. The landslide just adds another risk to an already bad situation.

Historical Context

The civil war between the Sudanese army and the RSF has been going on for a while. It started as a power struggle after Omar al-Bashir was overthrown.

The conflict has divided Sudan. It has also brought back and worsened old tensions, especially in places like Darfur.

Long-Term Effects

The landslide is a tragedy and will cause even more problems for Sudan. The destruction of a village and the death of so many people will put a strain on local resources.

It will also add to the burden on aid groups, who are already trying to handle many crises in the country.

What’s Next?

Right now, the focus is on getting humanitarian aid to people and recovering the dead. But the future for Sudan is uncertain.

The civil war doesn’t seem to be ending. And the risk of more natural disasters, especially with the heavy rains, is still a concern for displaced people.

A Call to Action

The SLM/A is calling on the world to take action. They want international groups to prioritize humanitarian aid and deal with the causes of Sudan’s long-lasting crisis.

The landslide is a reminder that war has victims beyond just combatants. They are often forgotten or overshadowed by the actual fighting.

Reported by: Herohind News Desk