AfricaIn May 2022, the Sudan Refugee School in Egypt began as a small after-school program for about 20 students. At the time, it operated in a modest rented space. However, the situation changed drastically in April 2023 when the civil war in Sudan reignited. The conflict caused an additional 500,000 Sudanese refugees to flee to Egypt, bringing the total number of Sudanese refugees in the country to an estimated 4 to 5 million.
Amid these challenging circumstances, the Sudan Refugee School has grown to accommodate about 80 students. Among them, 35 are under the age of 10, and 45 are teenagers. All of these children are learning English and nurturing their dreams at the school. Thanks to kind teachers, supportive friends, and gifts and food boxes provided through the support of the Global Children Foundation (GCF), the students genuinely enjoy coming to school. The weekly provision of bread, juice, and sandwiches has become a cherished part of their daily lives. Particularly significant was the installation of air conditioning at the school, made possible through GCF’s support, which has greatly alleviated the challenges of studying in Egypt’s intense heat. GCF’s assistance also enabled the purchase of much-needed desks and chairs during the school’s relocation.