Khartoum University Faces $50M Reconstruction Cost

The International University of Africa in Khartoum was completely destroyed during the ongoing war. A bomb struck a building near the campus while civilians were present. The destruction follows the establishment of a Rapid Support Forces base near a local hospital. At least one civilian death was reported during a recent bombing near a hospital. The university requires approximately $50 million to restore its facilities following heavy combat damage. Buildings have been looted and show impact from bullets and bombings. Large holes from bombardments are visible on the walls. The university campus is returning to a normal state with students returning to roads, though damage remains. Large areas of the campus consist of vacant lots with disturbed earth. Gendered impacts on education are noted, as young men are increasingly leaving studies to seek work in agricultural or mining sectors to support families.