Stories from Sudan · Sudan

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) control gold mines in Darfur and other regions, funding their operations through mining and looting. The RSF smuggles gold out of Sudan via Chad, Libya, and Egypt. Russia's Wagner Group and the Ministry of Defense have invested in Sudanese mining, providing weapons, drones, and training in exchange for gold profits, which are used to counter sanctions and fund the war in Ukraine. This smuggled gold ultimately enters the Dubai gold trade system. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan are reportedly controlling key gold mines with support from Russia. This control provides the RSF with financial resources. This control is seen as a factor in the ongoing conflict. The RSF's control over these mines could impact their funding and the government's resources. The extent of RSF control and its implications are being monitored.

The United Arab Emirates has denied supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) or Colombian recruits operating in Sudan. The UAE stated its commitment to Sudan's stability.

Sudan's ancient city of Meroe is facing preservation challenges. The ongoing conflict and lack of resources are threatening the historical site.

Sudan's ancient city of Meroe, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is facing preservation challenges. Efforts are underway to protect the historical ruins from environmental and structural degradation.

The United Arab Emirates is helping to supply foreign mercenaries to a group accused of mass rape, torture, and ethnic slaughter in Sudan. This information comes from a Human Rights Watch investigation. The UAE is reportedly backed by Britain.

Sudanese Armed Forces airstrikes resulted in the neutralization of several foreign drone operators in the city of Nahud and in Al-Ruwayna in West Kordofan State. Yesterday also saw militia targets engaged.

The scale of the drought's impact in Darfur is staggering, with three out of four people struggling to find food and jobs. A severe drought is significantly impacting food security in the Darfur region. Widespread crop failures have led to food shortages. Local communities are facing critical shortages. Widespread crop failures are exacerbating existing humanitarian challenges. Humanitarian organizations are providing emergency food aid. The source mentioned ongoing environmental challenges. The lack of water is affecting agricultural production and access to food for the local population. Aid organizations are mobilizing to provide essential food supplies to the affected population.

An article argues that the famine in Sudan is not a natural consequence of war but is being used as a neo-colonial weapon. This perspective challenges the common narrative surrounding the crisis.

Nearly 4,000 people have been displaced from Sudan's Blue Nile state due to clashes occurring near the border with Ethiopia. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is involved in addressing the displacement.

The Dar Hamar Emergency Committee reported a widespread cholera outbreak in the Foga district of Sudan, with 61 cases recorded as of yesterday. The outbreak is occurring amidst a lack of medical care.