Doctors Without Borders admits staff sexually abused 59 Sudanese refugees in Chad

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has acknowledged that at least 59 Sudanese refugees were sexually abused by its own staff. The organization confirmed the abuses occurred in Chad, near the Sudanese border, where refugees had sought safety from the civil war in Sudan.

An internal investigation revealed that 18 employees were dismissed following accusations of sexual exploitation of refugee women. The report detailed that young girls were exploited, and women were often offered food or employment in exchange for sex. This admission follows an investigation by the BBC and earlier reporting by the Associated Press.

MSF issued a statement expressing deep regret for the harm caused, calling the behavior a serious breach of its values and responsibilities. The organization is cooperating with journalists who are further investigating the case.

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This behavior is a serious breach of our values and responsibility, and we deeply regret the harm that has been caused.