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Sudan Crisis Stories

‘Time is running out’ to address crisis in Sudan
UN News  |  May 16, 2024

UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, warned that “time is running out” as famine, disease and fighting close...

IGAD condemns fatal attack at children's hospital in Sudan
Mary Wambui  |  May 15, 2024

On Sunday, a bomb that fell near the hospital claimed the lives of two children and left others injured following intense fighting for the control of...

Medics forced to suspend work at only functional hospital in Al Jazirah, Sudan as war rages on
Barack Oduor  |  May 09, 2024

The health system and basic services in Al Jazirah state have collapsed as a consequence of the fighting and the systematic blockade on supplies and p...

Sudan war stalls progress in disputed Abyei region
UN News  |  May 08, 2024

Due to the ongoing conflict, South Sudan’s oil production and exportation, which relies on transit through Sudan, has been suspended since early Febru...

South Sudan scraps tax on UN airdrops after humanitarian plea
Hanifa Adan  |  May 05, 2024

The charges had led to the temporary suspension of crucial aid deliveries to the nation, where thousands rely on external humanitarian assistance.

Kenya to start South Sudan’s peace talks on Thursday
Mwangi Maina  |  May 01, 2024

A delegation from the Juba government, led by Albino Mathem, the country’s presidential envoy, arrived in Nairobi on Tuesday, ahead of the scheduled t...

UN Security Council extends peacekeeping mission in South Sudan
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 30, 2024

It comes as South Sudan prepares for its first post-independence elections scheduled for December this year, but uncertainty looms over whether the el...

South Sudan mediation talks to begin soon in Kenya
Bashir Mohammed  |  Apr 28, 2024

The development follows South Sudanese President Salva Kiir's request last December for Kenyan leader William Ruto to mediate.

Sudanese cabinet dismisses foreign minister Ali al-Sadiq
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 18, 2024

The Cabinet issued the decision without specifying the reasons behind the dismissal.

IGAD boss discusses new assignment with South Sudan's Special Envoy
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 02, 2024

Dr Workneh Gebeyehu expressed confidence in Korbandy's extensive experience and deep understanding of regional dynamics.

IGAD appoints Lawrence Korbandy as special envoy for Sudan
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 28, 2024

His responsibilities include addressing various aspects of the crisis in Sudan, such as humanitarian, security, economic, social, and political issues...

Sudanese army repels RSF assault in Khartoum as Babanusa confrontations escalate
Foreign Reporter  |  Mar 17, 2024

The RSF launched a fresh attack in Babanusa aimed at seizing control of the city's 22nd Infantry Division headquarters, leading to a fierce military s...

UN Security Council calls for Sudan Ramadan ceasefire
AFP  |  Mar 09, 2024

Fourteen countries backed the resolution, proposed by Britain, with only Russia abstaining on the vote.

Sudan to open channels for delivery of humanitarian aid
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 06, 2024

In Sudan, almost 18 million people are suffering from hunger after 10 months of heavy fighting.

Sudan's army chief pushes for AU reinstatement
Foreign Reporter  |  Mar 04, 2024

Following the military takeover on October 25, 2021, which sparked conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, the African Union suspended...

General Abdel Fattah's deputy on regional tour to counter rival Dagalo's advances
Mwangi Maina  |  Feb 29, 2024

Malik Agar made visits to Rwanda, Uganda and South Sudan since February 12.

Sudanese military encircles RSF in Radio TV building in Omdurman
Foreign Reporter  |  Feb 26, 2024

Following the outbreak of conflict in April 2023, the RSF seized control of several strategic sites, including the official Radio TV buildings in Omdu...

Sudan authorities block cross-border aid to Darfur
Agency  |  Feb 26, 2024

The war has killed thousands, including up to 15,000 in the West Darfur city of El Geneina alone, according to the UN experts.

Economy another victim of war in Sudan
Agency  |  Feb 25, 2024

The war has led industries to cease production. Others were destroyed. Businesses and food stocks have been looted.

Sudanese refugees face gruelling wait in overcrowded South Sudan camps
Agency  |  Feb 20, 2024

They are among more than half a million people who have crossed the border into South Sudan, which is struggling to accommodate the new arrivals.