More than 1.3 million people displaced by the conflict in Sudan have returned to their homes, according to UN agencies.
Despite the war continuing in several regions, areas like Khartoum, Sennar, and Al Jazirah have seen relative calm, prompting voluntary returns.
An additional 320,000 individuals have re-entered Sudan from Egypt and South Sudan since last year.
However, aid agencies warn that returning communities are facing extremely harsh conditions.
Infrastructure such as roads, power lines, and sewage systems have been destroyed, while many schools and hospitals have been damaged or turned into shelters.
UNHCR, IOM, and UNDP jointly reported that although the return movement reflects hope, it also signals desperation among civilians who are eager to rebuild their lives.
During a recent visit to Khartoum, officials witnessed the struggle of thousands who remain cut off from consistent aid.
While some areas are seeing fewer clashes, fighting continues elsewhere, including Darfur and Kordofan.
The ongoing instability forces many others to flee daily, increasing the humanitarian pressure.
Sudan now hosts nearly 882,000 refugees and over 10 million internally displaced persons, with 7.7 million uprooted by the current conflict alone.
The UN says there is an urgent need to clear debris and restore access to essential services like water, healthcare, and electricity. However, funding remains critically low.
Only 23% of the $4.2 billion needed for operations inside Sudan and 16% of the $1.8 billion required to support Sudanese refugees abroad has been received.
Aid agencies are calling for long-term peace and greater international support to help communities rebuild, warning that without sustained assistance, recovery will remain out of reach for millions.