Many areas in the states of Darfur in the Republic of Sudan suffered from the scourge of violence and conflict, which led to the killing of many people, the displacement of others, the partial destruction of some villages, and even the complete destruction of other villages. Wise efforts were exerted not so long ago to the establishment of security and civil reconciliation, and consequently, the displaced families began to return to their destroyed villages.

The project aims to develop the Al-Malam region and some of the villages around it and prepare them to receive the returnees from displacement by providing basic services to the population from water sources, educational and health services, building places of worship and providing sustainable work opportunities for the population.

Objectives

The project aims to develop the Almalam area, including 10 of the surrounding villages, and to accommodate and comfort the returnees by providing the basic services such as water, education and medical facilities. It also aims to create sustainable income by generating job opportunities for the residents through effective utilization of the available resources and enhancing vocational skills.

Beneficiaries

Direct beneficiaries of this project are the current residents and expected returnees who were displaced from their homes due to the conflicts in about 10 villages around Almalam. The number of direct beneficiaries is expected to exceed 100,000 people.

Socioeconomic Results

The project will improve the quality of people’s lives and prosperity and will greatly contribute to social stability in the area and overall peace. It will also have a notable contribution to reducing poverty rates and improving education and health services in the targeted area.

Implementation Timeline and Progress

The project is in the design phase, and the duration for completion may extend to about six years. 

• The project’s estimated budget is US$63.3 million and is still in the preliminary study phase, during which a consultant is conducting the socioeconomic and topographic studies as the first part of the design process. 
• This project is being arranged for in full coordination with the government authorities and concerned local community representatives.