Chad is currently the largest refugee-hosting country per capita in Africa, and the country grapples with a convergence of environmental shocks, regional instability, and a staggering influx of people fleeing the war in neighboring Sudan. As of early 2026, the country鈥檚 already fragile infrastructure is under unprecedented strain, pushing millions of Chadians and refugees into a state of acute vulnerability.
Severe Food InsecurityHunger has reached critical levels, with an estimated 5.7 million people facing malnutrition. Approximately 1.8 million children under give are suffering from acute malnutrition.聽
Islamic Relief USA has been on the ground in Mali for decades, working to empower the most vulnerable communities. Our mission is built on the foundation that every life is of paramount importance, and we are committed to helping Malian families break the cycle of poverty and build resilience against recurring shocks.聽
A few of our interventions include