Stories from Sudan

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.

Humanitarian conditions are deteriorating in Al Tina, Sudan, due to continuous waves of displacement. Attacks targeting civilians in their homes have been reported in the region. In Al-Obaid, North Kordofan state, ongoing conflict continues to impact local populations. Political disagreements are delaying scheduled meetings until Sunday. Rapid Support Forces have surrounded Al-Obaid from multiple axes, leading to an escalation in combat operations. Eyewitnesses report continuous aircraft flying and clashes in the city's airspace. The Sudanese army is conducting airstrikes in South Kordofan to counter the advance. The threat targets the region following recent military movements. The intensity of the strikes remains a primary concern for regional stability. The military operations are exacerbating a health crisis characterized by disease outbreaks and acute medicine shortages.

The United Nations has expressed fears regarding potential genocidal acts in the city of El-Fasher, Sudan. This follows a period of intense violence in the region, including a siege that lasted 18 months. Rapid Support Forces (RSF) previously regained control of the city six months ago. The situation follows a period of bloodshed in western Sudan. Chadian authorities have not yet issued a formal response to these developments. Mohamed Osman, the university's deputy director, confirmed the medical faculty area was used as a mass grave during the conflict. Authorities have exhumed 3,000 bodies from a mass grave located on the campus of the International University of Africa.

The Sudanese Ministry of Health has announced a strategic plan to combat malaria. The initiative aims to reduce malaria infection rates by half by the year 2030. This announcement follows ongoing security challenges and conflict within the country.

Residents of El-Fasher report fear of being taken hostage if they return to the city, which remains under the control of Rapid Support Forces. UN evaluation missions and NGOs have had limited access to the area over the last six months. While paramilitary forces claim 30,000 people have resettled in the city, civil society groups dispute this figure. Observers describe the city as a nearly destroyed ghost town. Local inhabitants claim that outside tribal groups have been installed in their houses despite government assurances. A humanitarian source states the government and paramilitary forces in Nyala are attempting to facilitate population returns.

A report from the Global Food Crisis Network identifies Sudan as one of the countries suffering most from food insecurity. Social media users in Sudan have shared videos showing an Egyptian citizen assisting Sudanese people during return journeys, highlighting ties between the two nations. In the Al-Mafaza market in eastern Sudan, videos have also circulated showing a decrease in mango prices. The UN has noted that availability-based food insecurity dropped from 28% to 13% over the last few years, but affordability remains the primary driver of current hunger levels. The UN warns that this war is undoing decades of international development progress in just weeks. Severe food insecurity in Sudan is currently affecting 88% of the population. Previous levels of severe food insecurity were recorded at approximately 28%.

Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commanders have reportedly moved into residential areas in El-Fasher, Sudan. According to Altaïr Hashim of the Darfur Emergency Committee, RSF forces are occupying homes with their families, specifically in the Arajaula neighborhood. Local residents report the city appears largely empty due to fear of being taken hostage. Access to several districts remains restricted by the RSF, leading to claims from civil society that the group is concealing activities. The situation follows ongoing instability in the Darfur region. UN evaluation missions and select NGOs have had limited, supervised access to the area over the last six months. Paramilitary groups claim approximately 30,000 people have returned to resettle in the city. The city remains heavily locked down by the Éméthi camp.

Millions of Sudanese people face an escalating risk of starvation as military operations continue. The humanitarian crisis has been worsening for over four years. United Nations officials have issued warnings regarding an humanitarian catastrophe. Families lack access to basic necessities including food, water, and healthcare. Civilian conditions and military developments continue to evolve in Sudan. Suicide vehicles have been used to target civilian areas in Sudan. Ground operations in North and South Kordofan axes are seeing relative calm following recent army offensives in the Kazgil and Alouba axes. These military movements led to the destruction of several targets last week.

Rapid Support Forces (RSF) conducted a strike on Al-Obaid in North Kordofan state. At least 17 people were killed during the attack. An additional 22 individuals were reported wounded. The incident occurred in the North Kordofan region of Sudan. Sudanese army air defenses intercepted a drone attack, successfully downing at least four drones during the engagement. Warplanes have carried out intensive strikes on strategic sites to regain control. The military is conducting offensive movements in South Kordofan in response. Eyewitnesses report a escalation in the pace of military operations. The fighting follows attempts to establish new field realities on the ground. Millions of Sudanese face acute hunger and a lack of food, water, and healthcare as military operations continue. Disease is spreading due to severe shortages of medicine and disruptions to global supply chains.

Warplanes conducted intensive airstrikes targeting residential areas in El Obeid, reportedly hitting at least four homes. Approximately 10,000 armed militants from three different groups participated in the attacks. The group calling itself Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin claimed responsibility for the strikes. The attacks were reportedly coordinated with the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad Mali. Armed groups have gained control of the northern part of the country near the city of Jao. Armed terrorist groups attempted attacks in several northern cities on April 25. Eyewitnesses reported gunfire lasting over four hours near the home of Defense Minister Sadio Camara. Armed terrorist groups launched attacks against El Obeid in northern Sudan on April 25, 2026.