Sudan’s inflation rate has surged to 142.34% in February 2025, with rural areas affected most, seeing a 155.84% increase in the Consumer Price Index. The CPI in rural areas reached 497,221.82 points, compared to urban areas at 273,560.25 points. The UN indicates a severe humanitarian need, targeting aid for 21 million people amidst significant funding shortages.
Recent reports indicate that Sudan’s annual inflation rate has surged to 142.34% in February compared to the previous year, with a monthly increment of 1.15% between January and December 2025, as per the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS). This inflation disproportionately affects rural communities, where the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has escalated by 155.84%, contrasted with the urban increase of 123.32%.
The CBS announced that February 2025’s CPI stands at 382,533.02 points, a substantial rise from 157,847.54 points in February 2024, marking an increase of 224,685.48 points. Additionally, the CPI’s rates in January 2025 exhibited a year-on-year increase of 145.14%. Compared to January 2025, February 2025 showed a minor rise of 4,346.83 points.
In the food and beverage category, the CPI for February 2025 recorded 162,439.07 points, representing a monthly growth of 0.78% from January 2025. This shows a notable annual increase of 128.45% when compared to the same month in the preceding year. Urban CPI for February 2025 reached 273,560.25 points, with an annual inflation rate of 123.32%.
Rural areas, however, have grappled with higher inflation rates, the CPI registering 497,221.82 points for February 2025. The cited figures indicate an increase of 302,871.33 points from the previous year, reflecting a staggering inflation rate of 155.84%. These inflationary trends are exacerbated by dwindling food supplies and logistical hurdles, leading to a humanitarian crisis.
According to a previous report by Radio Dabanga, there is a pressing need for humanitarian assistance, as food prices continue to skyrocket. The UN aims to provide life-saving aid to nearly 21 million vulnerable individuals in 2025 but faces significant funding shortages, having only secured 6.3% of the required $4.2 billion. The UN describes this situation as the most extensive demand presented in its 2025 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP) for Sudan.
In summary, Sudan’s inflation crisis severely impacts rural populations more than urban areas. With soaring food prices and a substantial deficit in humanitarian funding, the situation poses critical challenges that require urgent attention. The ongoing inflationary pressures underscore the need for comprehensive humanitarian support and coordinated efforts to alleviate the dire conditions faced by millions in Sudan.
Original Source: www.dabangasudan.org
