Sudan’s annual inflation soared to 142.34% in February 2025, severely affecting rural areas, which experienced a 155.84% increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Urban inflation was lower at 123.32%. Food prices have also risen dramatically amidst logistical issues. The UN seeks to aid 21 million people but faces funding shortages, with only 6.3% of the required $4.2 billion received.
The annual inflation rate in Sudan has reached a staggering 142.34% in February 2025 compared to the same month last year. The Central Bureau of Statistics has reported monthly inflation increased by 1.15% from January to December 2025. The impact of inflation is notably severe in rural areas, which have experienced a Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase of 155.84%, contrasting with a smaller rise of 123.32% in urban areas.
In February 2025, the CPI recorded 382,533.02 points, a significant increase from 157,847.54 points in February 2024, representing a rise of 224,685.48 points. This marks a change of 145.14% in the general price level from January 2024 to January 2025. The CPI for February also noted a slight monthly increase of 4346.83 points, reflecting a 1.15% change.
Food and beverage prices also skyrocketed, with their CPI at 162,439.07 points in February 2025, up from 161,179.17 points in January 2025, indicating a monthly increase of 0.78%. Furthermore, within the food and beverage sector, the annual inflation rate has soared to 128.45%, with significant price hikes recorded from February 2024 to February 2025.
For urban areas specifically, the CPI for February 2025 reached 273,560.25 points, a substantial increase from 122,498.23 points in the previous year, reflecting an annual inflation rate of 123.32%. Conversely, rural areas recorded an alarming CPI at 497,221.82 points for the same month, marking an annual inflation rate of 155.84%, highlighting the disparity in price changes between rural and urban regions.
The situation has been exacerbated by dwindling supplies and logistical difficulties, leading to soaring prices for essential goods, particularly food. The United Nations is striving to provide life-saving aid to nearly 21 million vulnerable people in Sudan by 2025. However, recent funding cuts have significantly hindered humanitarian efforts, with only 6.3% of the estimated $4.2 billion aid requirement having been met to date.
In conclusion, Sudan is experiencing a critical inflation crisis, particularly in its rural areas, where the impact is markedly more extreme than in urban settings. With extensive increases in the CPI and a dire shortage of essential goods, the need for substantial humanitarian assistance is urgent. The UN’s funding challenges further compound these issues, calling for immediate attention to address the escalating needs of nearly 21 million vulnerable individuals.
Original Source: www.dabangasudan.org
