Abdullah Suleiman, spokesperson for the Kufra Municipality, has voiced apprehension regarding the possible influx of immigrants from various nationalities, including those who escaped Sudanese prisons following the war, seeking refuge within the city.
In a press release, Suleiman emphasized that the arrival of Sudanese nationals in Kufra poses a significant security challenge, particularly as their exact numbers remain unaccounted for.
Furthermore, Suleiman indicated that the influx of refugees into Kufra could amount to tens of thousands, highlighting that Kufra isn’t the sole entry point, with refugees also entering Tobruk from Egypt and Sabha from Chad. He projected the total number of refugees to potentially reach 400,000.
While the municipality ensures adequate aid to cover the basic needs of refugees such as food and clothing, concerns persist regarding the city’s healthcare infrastructure. Suleiman underscored the city’s limited capacity to accommodate such a large population in the event of disease outbreaks, heightening health risks.
Earlier this month, residents of Kufra initiated a civic campaign aimed at extending support to Sudanese refugees, offering essentials like meals and blankets in solidarity with those displaced from Sudan.