After fleeing Sudan’s war, refugees battle thirst in Chad’s camps
After escaping war and atrocities, families now battle water shortages and fading hopes of returning home.

After escaping war and atrocities, families now battle water shortages and fading hopes of returning home.


![‘Protection is not only about surviving the journey. It is about giving people the opportunity to rebuild their lives afterwards,’ writes Yusra Mardini. [Courtesy of Yusra Mardini/UNHCR]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/yusra-2-1785221027.jpeg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)

![Malak Al-Zaanin struggles to store her family’s daily meal inside their tent due to the lack of electricity and refrigeration. [Abdelhakim Abu Riash/ Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/873A7920-copy-1784893004.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)



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