News and Updates: Staying Informed on Sudan’s Developments
According to informed sources reached out to Sudan Sawa Sawa this morning, April 13, 2025, a new attack and artillery shelling occurred this morning at the Zamzam and Abu Shouk displacement camps in the city of El Fasher. The Zamzam camp was attacked in three directions, but further details
about the situation, remain unavailable. Meanwhile, in the Abu Shouk camp, an entire family of seven lost their lives due to random shelling by the Rapid Support Forces. The situation there is tragic and extremely difficult.
“Scenes from the Arrival of Displaced Persons”
Displaced persons from the city of El Fasher and its camps, as well as from the neighboring areas of Shagra and Um Hajlij, have arrived in the Tawila area of North Darfur. Over three days, from April 6 to April 8, 2025, 186 families, comprising approximately 1,116 individuals, have reached this location. These displaced persons are living in harsh humanitarian conditions.
“Airstrikes Target Village in North Darfur, Leaving Over 8 Dead”
North of El Fasher: Sudan Sawa Sawa, March 25, 2025
Military aircraft targeted the village of Souq Tara, located north of El Fasher city, resulting in the deaths of more than eight individuals and injuries to others.
Local sources informed Sudan Sawa Sawa that the army’s airstrikes hit Souq Tara, leading to casualties and wounded victims.
Victims:
1. Al-Douma Abdallah Ibrahim (Faki Al-Douma)
2. Ahmed Ibrahim Omar (Wad Arden Nafasha)
3. Hamad Ibrahim Omar (Wad Arden)
4. Adam Ahmed Abdallah (Wad Nourin)
5. Adam Al-Douma Abdallah (Wad Faki Al-Douma / Student)
6. Ahmed Mohamed Tijani (Student)
7. Ahmed Hassan Adam (Abu Zarqa)
8. Adam Al-Douma Abu Al-Qasim (Wad Daqoosh)
“Opening of a Kindergarten in Kiro Village, Jaber Region, in Kutum Locality”
Kutum: Sudan Sawa Sawa, March 13, 2025
Ms. Ibtihaal Adam Suleiman oversaw the inauguration of a new kindergarten for children’s education in Kiro Village, located in the Jaber area of Kutum locality, North Darfur. This initiative comes as a noble individual effort in light of the challenging circumstances imposed by the war since last April, which has led to the closure of schools.
Through this initiative, Ms. Ibtihaal aims to create a safe educational environment for children who have been deprived of their right to education due to the current situation. This work reflects her deep commitment to promoting education and supporting the future of children in this region.
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“Emergency Room in Janoub Al Ezam Records Disappearance of Over 11 People, Including Women and Girls”
Khartoum: Sudan Sawa Sawa, March 12, 2025
The emergency room is increasingly concerned about the cases of missing women and girls, particularly those under the age of eighteen. So far, more than 11 cases of disappearance have been documented.
We urge families in the area to exercise caution and call on legal and humanitarian authorities to intervene immediately and investigate this phenomenon to ensure the safety of the girls and uncover their fate.
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“12 Killed and 21 Injured in Khazan Jadid Area, East Darfur”
El Daein: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 20, 2025
Local sources reported that on February 20, the Sudanese army conducted airstrikes on the Khazan Jadid area, part of the Shaireya locality in East Darfur. The attacks resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, including women and children, and injured 21 others in critical condition. Additionally, there were significant material losses.
“Young Girl Named “Habaya Hussein Adam” Killed and Others Injured in Saluma Area”
El Fasher: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 8, 2025
On the evening of Friday, February 7, the Saluma area, located northwest of the Zamzam camp in North Darfur, was attacked by Rapid Support Forces. This attack resulted in the death of young girl Habaya Hussein Adam and injuries to others. The army forces present in the area responded to the assault, leading to chaos and panic among the citizens.
It is worth noting that the Saluma area is home to hundreds of displaced individuals who fled from the villages of Shuqrah and Qolo following recent attacks. The situation for these refugees has worsened day by day due to a lack of food, medicine, and water.
Sources told to “Sudan Sawa Sawa” that the ongoing incidents in El Fasher have led authorities to suspend Starlink networks by security forces for the sixth consecutive day.
Additionally, the sources indicated that residents of El Fasher are living in harsh conditions due to the cessation of Takaya kitchens and meal distribution, which have resumed intermittently due to targeted attacks on these sites. There is an urgent need to provide at least one meal for the displaced individuals in the shelters.
“Update About Weekly Events – Sudan Sawa Sawa”
Nairobi: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 7, 2025.
The Sudanese Teachers’ Committee has accused the Rapid Support Forces of killing Professor Ammar Mohammed Al-Tayeb after his arrest in the Jabal Awliya locality, south of Khartoum. In their statement, they called on Sudanese citizens to unite against the advocates of continued war and to work towards its end.
Violations by the Rapid Support Forces have increased in the East Nile locality, where they have stormed both main and secondary markets, firing on civilians within residential neighborhoods. Additionally, there have been reports of kidnappings for ransom, along with horrific cases of rape, leading to the closure of markets and communication devices. The region is experiencing a state of terror and complete paralysis in the movement of citizens.
In a statement, the United Nations Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, condemned the intense shelling, airstrikes, and drone attacks against civilians in Darfur, Kordofan, and other conflict-affected areas, stating that “this is not a war; it is a brutal assault on human life.”
In South Kordofan, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has warned of escalating hostilities between the Sudanese army and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement – North. Reports indicate that airstrikes targeting the city of Kadugli, the state capital, have resulted in the deaths of over 50 individuals, mostly women and children, in addition to injuring more than 20 others.
The United Nations spokesperson confirmed that civilians are facing an increasing threat from explosive remnants of war, noting that local humanitarian sources reported the deaths of two children last week due to the detonation of unexploded ordnance in the Gureida area of South Darfur.
The High Committee for Currency Change held an important meeting chaired by the Minister of Finance, aimed at linking banking inter-applications to facilitate the flow of funds between different bank accounts, which is expected to begin soon. These arrangements aim to enhance the electronic payment and collection project for government payments, encompassing all government administrative units.
The Director of the Sudanese Electricity Distribution Company announced the restoration of electricity to service institutions in “Wad Madani” and the Haj Abdullah station, clarifying that the transformers are ready but require oil for operation. He confirmed that electricity will be operational next week to supply service institutions in the city, including hospitals and water facilities.
Khartoum State launched an intensive campaign to regulate the presence of foreign nationals in violation of residency laws and regulations, following the expiration of the grace period for compliance. The head of the committee for implementing the outcomes of the foreign presence workshop in Khartoum State, Ehab Hashim Ismail, stated that these campaigns were initiated after the illegal presence of foreigners became a clear security threat.
Sudanese army aircraft conducted airstrikes on the town of Nyala over six consecutive days this week, targeting the eastern neighborhoods and downtown areas, resulting in casualties among both people and property. Residents of Nyala are living in a state of deep panic and fear, with ongoing instability as they brace for potential airstrikes at any moment.
Wadi Halfa in the Northern State has received a convoy of Sudanese refugees arriving from the Egyptian capital, Cairo. Meanwhile, in Port Sudan, hundreds of families have left shelters and residential neighborhoods after 14 months of displacement to the Al Jazeera State. In contrast, the Northern Nile State bid farewell to the first group from the city of Atbara heading to the Jazeera State, with these journeys continuing following the army’s recapture of Wad Madani from the Rapid Support Forces last month.
The Khartoum State Council of Ministers, chaired by Governor Ahmed Osman, has decided to resume all stages of education in the state starting on Tuesday, February 11. This decision came after a report was submitted by the Director General of the Ministry of Education regarding the resumption of classes and the necessary arrangements.
On another front, Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) has announced the urgent need for immediate measures to prevent deaths from malnutrition in Sudan, indicating that the hunger crisis in the country may worsen this year. The organization confirmed that its teams have been unable to distribute food aid, particularly in the South Darfur region, noting that Sudan is facing a severe food crisis, with 30,000 people suffering from hunger over the past two months.
“Massive Fire Led to Child’s Death and Destruction of Six Homes in Sortoni Camp”
Sortoni Camp: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 6, 2025
The Emergency Room of the Sortoni Camp for Displaced Persons announced today, Thursday, February 6, 2025, the tragic death of a seven-year-old boy named Montaser Adam, along with the destruction of six homes due to a massive fire that broke out in the camp at 2 PM. The camp is located approximately 50 kilometers south of Kabkabiya locality in North Darfur State.
Eyewitnesses confirmed to Sudan Sawa Sawa that the fire completely destroyed five homes along with their properties, while one home was partially damaged. The houses, made of straw and situated close to each other, contributed to the rapid spread of the fire. Young Montaser was asleep in his room when the fire started.
Additionally, a correspondent from Sudan Sawa Sawa reported that Sortoni Camp is one of the largest displaced persons camps in Sudan, which have been receiving evacuees fleeing since the ongoing conflict broke out. The camp is under the control of the Sudan Liberation Army led by Abdul Wahid Nour, providing a degree of safety. However, the camp is facing severe shortages of medical supplies, relief, and water, prompting calls for immediate intervention from humanitarian organizations to assist the displaced.
“Army Executes Student in Sennar University in the city of Al-Hasaheesa”
Al-Jazeera: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 5, 2025
Sources mentioned to the Sudan Sawa Sawa network that the Sudanese army forces executed a young man by firing squad in the city of Al-Hasaheesa, located in the Al-Jazeera state, after taking control of the city. Among the victims was student Abdul Wahab Suleiman, who was killed on February 2, 2025.
A witness confirmed that the deceased had no connection to these forces and was instead working hard to provide for his family in the Nirtiti area, located south of Jebel Marra. Incidents indicated that this is not the first incident of its kind.
“11 Killed in Violence at Qoro Market in Mayo”
South Khartoum: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 5, 2025
A correspondent for “Sawa Sawa” has reported that the capital, Khartoum, has been experiencing ongoing clashes throughout the last month. The southern Al hizam area is under the control of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), with reports of military movements aimed at attacking these regions from “Soba.”
The Qoro market in Mayo, located in the southern Al hizam, has witnessed looting of shops by RSF members. This has led to protests from traders, resulting in confrontations with the RSF that later have resulted in the deaths of 11 individuals, with several others injured. These incidents are anticipated to continue and are expected to be the most violent of their kind, given the military operations occurring across much of Khartoum.
“Air Force Strikes Result in Over 25 Deaths and More Than 30 Injuries”
Nyala: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 3, 2025
Eyewitnesses told Sudan Sawa Sawa that the airstrikes conducted by the Air Force, which targeted civilians, resulted in the deaths of over 25 people and injuries to more than 30 others. The strikes occurred in the Al-Jamhuriya neighborhood, near the cinema, and targeted commercial areas, including a tea shop and Makkah Eye Hospital, as well as residential homes.
“Stray Bullet Claims the Life of Volunteer at the ‘Naeim’ Camp in East Darfur”
El Daein: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 3, 2025
This morning, the emergency room was shocked by the news of the death of volunteer Saadia Abakar Adam, who passed away due to injuries sustained from a stray bullet in the Naeim camp, Sector (B) in East Darfur.
Saadia embodied dedication and commitment, always at the forefront of every humanitarian call, carrying the torch of goodwill, giving and sacrificing everything she had to serve others. She was one of the most prominent figures in humanitarian work, giving her all to help those in need. Her loss is a significant blow to the emergency room and all the displaced individuals in the camp. We ask Allah to grant her soul peace and to provide her family with patience and solace.
“Assassination of 11 People, Including the Imam of the khatim Al anbya Mosque in El-Fasher by Rapid Support Forces”
El-Fasher: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 3, 2025
Sources confirmed to Sudan Sawa Sawa that on January 2, the Imam of the Khatim Al anbya Mosque, Sheikh Al-Sadiq Ahmed Yousif, and his brother, along with 11 other individuals, were assassinated in front of the mosque. This incident occurred following the infiltration of Rapid Support Forces into the southwestern neighborhoods of El-Fasher.
“Explosion Leads to Massive Fire, Resulting in 5 Deaths and Four Trucks Burned in Al-Obeid”
Al-Obeid: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 1, 2025
A correspondent from the Sudan Sawa Sawa network in Al-Obeid, North Kordofan, reported that around 7 PM, an unidentified projectile fell in a truck parking area near the Central Reserve headquarters and the Shikan dormitory (student complex) in the Arafat neighborhood. This incident resulted in a fire engulfing four trucks, three of which were of the ZY model and one of the ZS model, all of which were completely burned. The explosion also caused partial fires in approximately six other trucks.
Despite the significant material damage, preliminary reports indicate human casualties, with 5 confirmed deaths. However, not all losses have been accounted for at this time.
We will provide further details about the circumstances of the incident later.
“Airstrikes Target Rapid Support Forces Cargo Plane at Nyala Airport”
Nyala: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 1, 2025
A correspondent for Sudan Sawa Sawa reported that this morning, specifically at 5 AM, intensive airstrikes targeted a gathering of Rapid Support Forces at Nyala Airport. More than 12 explosive barrels were dropped on the site, causing minor damage to a cargo plane that was present at the airport, preventing it from taking off.
“National Umma Party Accuses Army and Allied Forces of Assassinating Party Leader in Um Rawaba and Local Education Director”
Sudan: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 1, 2025
In a press statement, the National Umma Party stated that in continuation of their horrific crimes against innocent citizens, the armed forces and their allied militias have committed an atrocity that shocks the conscience. They are accused of murdering Professor Al-Tayeb Ubaid Allah, the party leader in Um Rawaba and the local education director, a key figure in the region’s education, who dedicated his life to teaching generations and serving the community. This brutal act has revealed the criminal nature of these forces.
The perpetrators prevented citizens from approaching his body for over three hours as it lay in a pool of his own blood. Reports are emerging of similar massacres and extrajudicial executions against citizens in the city. Just two days ago, the city of Bahri witnessed comparable crimes that reached the level of mutilating and burning bodies, as well as dragging and killing others before the eyes of citizens in a scene devoid of any humanity.
The National Umma Party strongly condemns these heinous crimes and holds the leadership of the armed forces and their allied militias fully responsible for all these horrific violations against citizens in areas where their forces operate. Such actions warrant accountability and punishment. The party calls on the armed forces’ leadership to investigate these crimes, arrest the perpetrators, and bring them to justice, as well as to stop the violations against citizens.
Additionally, the party urges human rights organizations and international bodies to monitor these crimes, condemn them, demand accountability for the perpetrators, and advocate for the protection of innocent citizens who are facing severe oppression, brutality, and terrorism.
These criminal acts are intolerable; they are crimes that can only stem from terrorist organizations that show no regard for human life and dignity and do not respect the law.
The party calls on all national and community forces to unite their efforts to stop the war and combat the rhetoric of hatred and racism, as well as these terrorist acts that have no connection to the values of religion, ethics, or Sudanese traditions.
The party extends its condolences to the family of the beloved Professor Al-Tayeb Ubaid Allah and to his relatives and loved ones in Um Rawaba. It also expresses its condolences to the families of all victims, stands in solidarity with them, and prays for all the martyrs. We ask Allah for the swift recovery of the wounded and injured; He is All-Hearing and responsive.
“Assassination of High School Teacher by Rapid Support Forces”
Zalingei: Sudan Sawa Sawa, February 1, 2025
A correspondent for Sudan Sawa Sawa reported that on the morning of Friday, January 31, Mr. Ahmed Dabl Abakar, a resident of the Western neighborhood in Zalingei, the capital of Central Darfur state, was assassinated by members of the Rapid Support Forces. Mr. Ahmed was on his way home from the dawn prayer when he was subjected to a brutal attack, during which he was shot and killed for no apparent reason.
Mr. Ahmed was a prominent figure in educating generations and was well-loved in the community, recognized as one of the distinguished academic role models.
This incident highlights the escalating violence in the region and raises concerns about safety and peace in Darfur.
“Army Airstrikes Destroy Entire Family in Monwashi Area”
Marching: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 31, 2025
On Thursday, January 30, 2025, warplanes carried out airstrikes on the Monwashi administrative area in the Marching locality of South Darfur. Residents of the New Hilla camp were targeted, resulting in the deaths of a family comprising four members: the father, mother, son, and grandfather. Additionally, two others were injured and have been transported to Nyala city for medical treatment.
“Increase in Administrative Fees Leads to Suspension of Bus Services from Atbara to Other States”
Atbara: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 31, 2025
Sources have reported to Sudan Sawa Sawa that Mr. Haroun Abdel Majid Diab, the head of the Bus Operators Chamber and the Operations Committee in the River Nile State, confirmed that tensions with the management of the land port have escalated after more than a year of discussions regarding the decline in services and the increase in administrative fees imposed on buses.
The chamber has continued its efforts to resolve this issue through the relevant official authorities, but the lack of response has compelled them to make the decision to suspend their activities starting yesterday for an indefinite period. This action reflects the significant losses incurred by the transport sector in the state.
“Deputy Head of the “Taqaddum” Coordination Has Not Yet Made Any Decision Regarding Government Formation”
Nairobi: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 30, 2025
In a press statement issued by the Deputy Head of “Taqaddum,” Dr. Al-Hadi Idris, on the official Facebook page of the Democratic Civil Forces Coordination (Taqaddum), we wish to emphasize, in light of recent statements, that the statement circulated in the name of the official spokesperson does not reflect the official position of the Democratic Civil Forces Coordination (Taqaddum). This statement was not agreed upon by any of the accredited bodies of the coordination, nor was it coordinated within the known organizational frameworks.
We also confirm that the “Taqaddum” Coordination has not yet made any decision regarding the issue of government formation, and this matter is still under discussion among all parties. Any hasty statements made outside the organizational context are irresponsible attempts to impose specific agendas and do not represent the collective will of the coalition.
We view this rushed statement as an attempt to create division within the coordination, which we strongly reject. The “Taqaddum” coalition was founded on the principles of political consensus among its founders, who alone have the right to determine its fate. No single party can decide the fate of the coordination or issue crucial decisions without the consent of all.
We reject any attempts to impose a fait accompli without consulting all partners, and we will confront this with determination and responsibility.
“Official Spokesperson for “Taqaddum” Announces Agreement on Political Separation”
Nairobi: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 30, 2025
The official spokesperson for “Taqaddum,” Bakri Al-Jak, stated in a press release on the official Facebook page of the Democratic Forces Coordination that during the leadership body meeting of “Taqaddum,” which concluded on December 6 of last year, a proposal was made by a group within the leadership for the formation of a government. However, no consensus was reached on the proposal.
As a result, the meeting decided to refer the issue of legitimacy disputes and other matters to the political mechanism, which held several meetings and issued recommendations that were forwarded to the General Secretariat and the leadership body of the coordination.
In its latest meeting, the political mechanism agreed to separate the entities and individuals who insist on proceeding with the formation of a government from those who oppose the formation of any government independently or in conjunction with any of the warring parties. A committee was formed to reach a formula for this separation that maximizes the agreements between both sides, allowing each to operate independently, both politically and organizationally, while fully respecting the different choices based on understandable grounds for each party. However, the reality indicates that these options can not coexist within a single alliance that rejects war and remains neutral to any of its parties.
We recognize the significant impact of war in driving everyone towards polarization and division. The Democratic Forces Coordination will remain neutral to any party in the conflict and does not recognize the legitimacy of the de facto authority in Port Sudan or any other authority. We reject war and violence as a means of managing political conflict in the country and will work to build a civil front that opposes war and believes in the unity of the country. Additionally, we will contribute to efforts to stop the war through public and diplomatic initiatives, as well as work towards ending the conflict through an inclusive dialogue involving all active forces, based on a comprehensive project for justice and transitional justice, and a holistic vision for social recovery to mend the social fabric and address the social and political remnants of war, including division and polarization.
“77 Killed in Massacre in the Brosh Area of North Darfur”
El Fasher: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 29, 2025
Sources have reported to Sudan Sawa Sawa that the Brosh area, in the Um Kedada locality, was subjected to a violent attack yesterday carried out by the Rapid Support Forces, resulting in severe violations against civilians. The incident led to the deaths of 77 people and injuries to 12 others, with the forces still surrounding the area. This comes amid calls from local residents for the United Nations, the Security Council, the European Union, and human rights organizations to intervene and alleviate the suffering of civilians.
Preliminary List of Martyrs and Injured
Martyrs:
1. Mohamed Abdel-Rasoul Mahmoud
2. Adam Ahmed Katira
3. Al-Baqir Ahmed Katira
4. Mohamed Abu Bakar Abdel-Rasoul
5. Mohamed Ahmed Shalabi
6. Hussein Abdullah Bekhit
7. Ismail Suleiman
8. Siddiq Haroun Younis
9. Al-Fadl Adam Abakar
10. Mohamed Abdullah Ali Draj
11. Adam Abdullah Adam Abu al-Doum
12. Abousta Abdullah Adam
13. Mohammed Youssef Bakht
14. Ahmed Wad Kander
15. Al-Rasheed Mastour
16. Wad Al-Qabourah
17. Al-Fadl Kabour
18. Mohammed Hamidi
19. Al-Hadi Mousa Amendra
20. Abdul Azim Ahmed Youssef
21. Abakar Omar
22. Abakar Al-Bayea
23. Abakar Al-Douma Abserij
24. Mubarak Al-Noor Mousa
25. Hamadi Hamouda Jarad
26. Adam Hamouda Jarad
27. Al-Rabi Abdulrahman Kook
28. Saleh Abdul Rahim
29. Saleh Abdul Rahman Abdali
30. Abubakar Hadi
31. Tabin Wad Zariqi
32. Fadl Umtemu Adam Mukhtar
33. Mohammed Ahmed Al-Safi
34. Hassan Zakariya Ali
35. Abdullah Mousa Abakar
36. Abakar Adam Idris Karkour
37. Suleiman Adam Abdul Rasul
38. Al-Sayed Matar
39. Al-Mar Osman Youssef
40. Abdullah Mohammed Abdullah
41. Hussein Al-Sayed
42. Abdullah Adam Abdullah
43. Ahmed Ishaq Ibrahim
44. Issa Mohammed Issa
45. Babakir Salem
46. Suleiman Mohammed Bashar
47. Ibrahim Mohammed Bashar
48. Jamal Jado Bashar
49. Juma Matar
50. Aboud Bashar
51. Jado Adouma
52. Saleh Haroun
53. Mirghani Mastour Dabbaba
54. Adam Al-Toum Al-Midoubi
55. Abdullah Omar Tamer
56. Mubarak Haroun Wad Qir
57. Tabin Mohammed Suleiman
58. Ali Mohammed Kaloul
59. Mohammed Ahmed Artanji
60. Khalid Suleiman Issa
61. Ahmed Barhoum
62. Islam Abdul Hafiz
63. Rashid Ibrahim Wad Shina
64. Munir Omar Abdulrahman Ghazal
65. Mohammed Abdullah Ahmed Qardoud
66. Al-Haj Hassan Kabous
67. Adam Al-Toum
68. Salem Jum’a
69. Bashar Fatous
70. Abdul Basit Ahmed Abakar
71. Abdullah Adam Haroun
72. Ahmed Abakar Sharaf Al-Din
73. Wad Jaqood
74. Salem Abakar Adam
75. Suleiman Al-Duqayl
76. Anwar Amdashuma
77. Others are currently being counted
The injured are:
1. Mohammed Abdullah Diefa
2. Mostor Ishaq
3. Mohammed Ahmed Qadeerish
4. Wad Dooda
5. Issam Al-Haj Hassan
6. Hamada Babiker
7. Saber Yaqub Hamid
8. Barai Al-Hadi Juma
9. Bashar Ibrahim
10. Hafiz Ali Kadoul
11. Hamada Ismail Abdulrahman
12. Asrar Abdulhadi Abbas
“National Communications Authority: Lifting the Ban on Facebook and TikTok in South Sudan”
Juba: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 28, 2025
In accordance with our reference directive: RSSJ/NCA/25/00057 issued on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, regarding the ban on Facebook and TikTok in the Republic of South Sudan, we are pleased to announce that the primary objective of removing graphic and controversial content has been successfully achieved. We appreciate your cooperation in assisting the authority in fulfilling its duties.
As a result of this achievement, the National Anti-Corruption Authority announces the lifting of the ban on Facebook and TikTok, effective today at 00:00 on January 27, 2025.
In conjunction with this decision, we urge all our licensed operators who have caching servers for Facebook and TikTok in South Sudan to actively monitor these social media platforms and report any inciting or graphic content that should be removed by the operators of these platforms (Meta and TikTok).
The increase in violence associated with social media content in South Sudan underscores the need for a balanced approach that addresses the root causes of online incitement while protecting the rights of the population. By lifting this ban on Facebook and TikTok, we hope to foster a safer digital environment and promote peace and stability in the country. The authority will seek to adopt a unified approach to avoid future shutdowns.
“Sudanese Teachers’ Committee: “The December Revolution is Alive and Ongoing”
Nairobi: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 27, 2025
According to the “Media Office,” we have followed on social media a group of individuals wearing military uniforms, whose speech reveals their affiliation with the Muslim Brotherhood and their criminal militias. They mock the glorious December Revolution and threaten the revolutionaries and its supporters, hiding behind war propaganda and attempting to associate the war with the revolution in order to undermine it with their terrorist organization.
We understand that the problem of the ousted regime is not with the Rapid Support Forces they established and nurtured, but with the December Revolution that uprooted their despised system.
Their vision for the state, for which they ignited the war, has become evident. The crimes in Sudan since 1989, which persist to this day, are their means to consolidate their rule. The crimes committed by these terrorist groups, including brutal acts such as disemboweling, beheading, direct killings, forced abortions, and throwing bodies into the Nile, have emerged publicly, revealing the heinous acts perpetrated by these criminal militias, making their removal inevitable.
We affirm the steadfastness of the revolution and the justice of its causes. It will remain alive and ongoing, and no attempts by the remnants and shadow militias will conceal it, even if these criminals hide behind war and its propaganda.
“Meeting of the Technical Committee for Postponed High School Examinations:
Commencement of the Correction and Supervision Phase”
Port Sudan: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 24, 2025
Ahmed Khalifa Omar, the Minister of Education, chaired the meeting of the Technical Committee for the postponed high school examinations, where a comprehensive report on the progress and current status of the examinations was reviewed. The minister expressed satisfaction with the necessary arrangements and preparations made to initiate the correction and supervision phases.
In this context, the minister noted the receipt of answer sheets and the commencement of the process of sorting them, with the participation of 300 teachers. He anticipated that this process would conclude by the end of next week, after which the coding of the answer sheets would begin with the involvement of 800 teachers.
The minister emphasized the importance of readiness for the correction phase, which will involve teachers from all states of Sudan. He stressed the need to provide a suitable environment for them in terms of accommodation and correction centers in the Nile River state.
For his part, the Secretary-General of the General Union of Education Workers in Sudan mentioned that 4,000 teachers would participate in the correction process from all states, confirming their need for 40 accommodation centers and 12 correction centers for various subjects.
“Emergency Room in Southern Belt”
Closure of Bashair Hospital Indefinitely
Khartoum: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 24, 2025
The administration of Bashair Hospital sadly announces that the medical staff and workers have entered an open-ended strike starting today, Thursday, January 23, 2025. This action follows the unfortunate incident that occurred yesterday afternoon, when a member of the Rapid Support Forces fired shots inside the surgical emergency department. Fortunately, one of the medical staff present during the incident survived unharmed.
Exceptions to the Strike:
1. Kidney Dialysis Department
2. Nutritional Therapy Department for Children and Pregnant Women
Patients will only be admitted through the eastern gate.
Condemnation of the Incident:
We, at the Emergency Room in the Southern Belt, strongly condemn this incident, which is part of a series of recurring attacks that threaten the safety of both staff and patients in the hospital. The continuation of these assaults severely damages healthcare facilities and endangers the lives of civilians, especially with the disruption of vital departments like surgical emergencies.
We urge the relevant authorities to take necessary measures to protect medical personnel and ensure the security and safety of hospitals so that we can provide health services to citizens without any risks.
“Massive Fire Destroys Over 700 Stores in Amiet Market in Abyei Administrative Area (Nile Market) in South Sudan”
South Sudan: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 23, 2025
A correspondent from “Sudan Sawa Sawa” reported on January 22 that a large fire broke out in Amiet Market, located in the Abyei administrative area, known as the Nile Market. The blaze resulted in extensive property damage. This market is a vibrant commercial hub that attracts traders from South Sudan, Uganda, and the states of Western Sudan, extending as far as Khartoum, where goods are transported to various regions. The fire ignited during the afternoon, causing the flames to spread rapidly throughout the market. The main cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
“Thirty Houses Collapse in Massive Fire in Qaldi Village, Belail Locality”
Nyala: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 23, 2025
A correspondent from Sudan Sawa Sawa has stated that a massive fire broke out in Qaldi Village, located in the Belail locality, on the morning of January 22. This fire resulted in the collapse of dozens of houses, with the total reaching thirty, which contained crops and residents’ belongings. According to eyewitnesses (to Sudan Sawa Sawa), the cause of the fire was attributed to herders who were burning grass on the outskirts of the village, leading the flames to spread to one of the homes. This incident caused significant losses for the villagers, who belong to a single family.
“The consultative meeting in Nairobi of political, civil forces, and national figures emphasizes the priority of addressing the humanitarian disaster and working towards building a broad front that contributes to shortening the duration of the war and establishing the Sudanese state.”
Nairobi: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 22, 2025
Initiated by the Sudan Liberation Movement led by Abdul Wahid Mohamed Nour, consultations were held in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, from January 19 to 22, 2024. The meeting included a wide array of political and civil forces, as well as independent figures, at a critical time for our country, which is suffering from a brutal war that has devastated the nation, killed and displaced its sons and daughters, exacerbated the fragmentation of its social fabric, and heightened rhetoric of hatred and racism, exposing it to fragmentation and total collapse. The aim of the meeting was to intensify and unify efforts to stop and end the wars, and to build the broadest front to accomplish this mission, contributing to the establishment of a Sudanese state that breaks with the legacy of the past and envisions a better future for all Sudanese people.
The attendees discussed the developments of the war and its catastrophic humanitarian impacts, including displacement, severe famine, and horrific violations committed against unarmed civilians by warring parties. They condemned these actions in the strongest terms and called for the accountability of the perpetrators, justice for the victims, and compensation for the damages.
The participants agreed on the priority of addressing the humanitarian disaster, halting and ending the wars, and establishing a Sudanese state through a comprehensive peace process that addresses the root causes of the issues without evading a deep, genuine, and fair resolution.
The meeting was characterized by frankness, clarity, and depth in dealing with the roots of the Sudanese crisis, reaching consensus on a wide range of issues. The attendees also emphasized the importance of continuing consultations in the same spirit to expedite the formation of a broad front that shortens the duration of the war and confronts the terrorist schemes of the National Congress Party, its Islamic Movement, and remnants of the former regime, who are working to prolong the war and undermine the glorious December Revolution.
The meeting concluded with a message to the sons and daughters of Sudan, emphasizing the necessity of unity in order to stop and end the war, achieve sustainable, comprehensive, and just peace, and continue the path of the December Revolution. It also called for confronting hate speech and racism, as our country is in urgent need of this now without delay. The message expressed gratitude to the sister nation of Kenya and President William Ruto for hosting a large number of Sudanese refugees and for their valuable contributions to efforts aimed at halting the war in Sudan.
Nairobi – January 22, 2024
“National Communications Authority of South Sudan Announces Social Media Ban”
South Sudan: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 22, 2025
The National Communications Authority has announced a ban on social media platforms Facebook and TikTok in South Sudan, effective today, January 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM, for a duration of 90 days, according to the National Communications Authority.
“Trenches Provide Shelter for Malit Residents from Airstrike Attacks”
Malit: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 22, 2025
A correspondent from Sudan Sawa Sawa reported that the city of Malit, located in North Darfur, has been subjected to several repeated airstrikes by the army’s aircraft, which have targeted the markets multiple times. As a result of these attacks, traders in the area have been forced to dig trenches to serve as shelters during the strikes in an effort to protect their lives and ensure their survival.
“Rapid Support Forces Target Power Stations: City of Atbara in Darkness for Over Three Consecutive Nights”
Northern Sudan: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 22, 2025
In recent events, a correspondent from “Sudan Sawa Sawa” reported that the Rapid Support Forces launched several protest marches in the city of Dongola, located in the Northern state. These marches directly targeted power stations, leading to a complete disruption of lighting services. As a result, the residents of the city are left in a dire situation, facing significant difficulties in their daily lives amidst the ongoing darkness.
Currently, the residents continue to live in a state of anxiety and fear regarding the potential resurgence of these marches or further targeting, which has heightened tensions and unease in the region.
“16 Killed and 18 Injured in Abu Shouk Camp”
Emergency Room in El Fasher
El Fasher: Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 21, 2025
The Abu Shouk displacement camp in El Fasher witnessed tragic events on January 20, when Rapid Support Forces indiscriminately shelled the camp, with the attacks primarily focusing on the market area.
Reports indicate that 16 people were killed and 18 others injured as a result of the shelling. Targeting civilians in this manner constitutes a blatant violation of international laws and conventions aimed at protecting civilians during conflicts.
“Outbreak of HMPV Pneumonia Virus in Atbara City”
Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 18, 2025
A correspondent from Sudan Sawa Sawa reported an outbreak of the pneumonia virus, known as HMPV, in Atbara City. The spread of this virus is attributed to climate changes. HMPV is highly contagious and significantly affects individuals’ health, leading to changes in voice and the appearance of severe cold-like symptoms. Residents of the city are experiencing these symptoms intensely, causing them considerable distress.
Infection with this virus can be prevented by taking certain health precautions. It is advised to wear protective masks to reduce the risk of transmission, as well as to avoid large gatherings and maintain distance from individuals who are infected. These measures may help protect both individuals and the community as a whole from the virus.
“South Sudan Police Impose Nationwide Curfew”
Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 17, 2025
The police in South Sudan have announced a nationwide curfew starting at 6 PM, as part of efforts to enhance public security and prevent any incidents that may threaten public and private property.
General Abraham Manewat, the Inspector General of Police, confirmed that this decision is a response to the current security situation, emphasizing the importance of citizens adhering to the curfew guidelines.
During an interview with state television, Manewat stated that the police are closely monitoring the situation and urged citizens to cooperate with them by reporting any actions that may compromise security. He assured that the police would respond decisively to any attempts to disrupt stability or harm property.
Authorities have called on citizens to comply with the curfew and work together with security agencies to ensure everyone’s safety.
Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 16, 2025
“A Call for Calm”
Dear citizens of South Sudan,
On behalf of His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit, we express our deep sorrow and grief over the recent brutal killings of innocent civilians from South Sudan by the Sudanese Armed Forces. As we all know, many in South Sudan still regard Sudan as home due to our shared history and ongoing brotherly commitments. However, these acts of violence against civilians are completely unacceptable.
Our citizens trapped in war zones in Sudan are entitled to protection under the Geneva Conventions, which the warring parties must adhere to.
I want to assure you that His Excellency the President and the Government of South Sudan are taking swift and decisive action in response to these tragic events. Upon learning of these incidents, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Sudanese ambassador in Juba, and diplomatic consultations are underway to ensure that those responsible for these killings are held accountable under international law.
However, I urge all citizens of South Sudan to remain calm and refrain from seeking revenge. It is crucial that we do not allow anger to cloud our judgment or turn against the Sudanese traders and refugees currently residing in our country. These individuals are seeking safety, and it is our duty to provide protection and support to those in need.
I call on all of you to exercise restraint and allow the Governments of South Sudan and Sudan to address this matter through diplomacy. Let us trust in the peace processes and dialogues to resolve this crisis, rather than taking matters into our own hands.
Let us stand united as a people to demonstrate the strength and resilience that define us, and avoid actions that could escalate tensions further. Together, we can navigate this difficult moment with wisdom and compassion.
May God grant eternal peace to the souls of our departed brothers, and may the people of South Sudan find comfort in knowing that we stand together in solidarity, striving for swift and just action.
Sincerely,
Lily Adio Martin Manel
Press Secretary
Office of the President
“Treasury Sanctions Leader of Sudanese Armed Forces and Weapons Supplier”
Sudan Sawa Saws, January 16, 2025
WASHINGTON — Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is sanctioning Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan (Burhan), the leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), under Executive Order (E.O.) 14098, “Imposing Sanctions on Certain Persons Destabilizing Sudan and Undermining the Goal of a Democratic Transition.” This action follows the designation of the leader of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Mohammad Hamdan Daglo Mousa (Hemedti), on January 7, 2025. In addition, OFAC is sanctioning one company and one individual involved in weapons procurement on behalf of the Defense Industries System (DIS), a procurement arm of the SAF that OFAC sanctioned in June 2023.
“Today’s action underscores our commitment to seeing an end to this conflict,” said Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo. “The United States will continue to use our tools to disrupt the flow of weapons into Sudan and hold these leaders responsible for their blatant disregard of civilian lives.”
Burhan’s SAF has committed lethal attacks on civilians, including airstrikes against protected infrastructure including schools, markets, and hospitals. The SAF is also responsible for the routine and intentional denial of humanitarian access, using food deprivation as a war tactic. In December 2023, Secretary of State Antony Blinken determined that members of the SAF had committed war crimes. The SAF’s egregious war tactics, alongside those of the RSF, are primarily responsible for one of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, where famine has been declared in five regions of the country.
SAF leadership
Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan (Burhan) is the commander of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). In October 2021, Burhan and RSF commander Hemedti co-led a military takeover that seized power from Sudan’s civilian-led transitional government. Since then, Burhan has opposed a return to civilian governance in Sudan and has refused to participate in international peace talks to end the fighting, choosing war over good-faith negotiation and de-escalation. Under Burhan’s leadership, the SAF’s war tactics have included indiscriminate bombing of civilian infrastructure, attacks on schools, markets, and hospitals, and extrajudicial executions.
Burhan is being designated pursuant to E.O. 14098, for being a foreign person who is or has been a leader, official, senior executive officer, or member of the board of directors of the SAF, an entity that has, or whose members have, engaged in actions or policies that threaten the peace, security, or stability of Sudan relating to the tenure of such leader, official, senior executive officer, or member of the board of directors.
SAF Weapons supplier
Ahmad Abdalla (Abdalla) is a Sudanese-Ukrainian national and an official of the Defense Industries System (DIS), the primary procurement arm of the SAF. Since OFAC’s June 2023 designation of DIS, the company has sought to procure weapons and equipment through unofficial means. To evade sanctions, DIS conducts procurement activities through ostensibly private companies working on its behalf. Abdalla is the Chief Operating Officer of Portex Trade Limited, a company that has transacted with entities involved in the sale of military equipment. Notably, Abdalla coordinated the acquisition of Iranian-made UAVs from an Azerbaijani defense company for shipment to Sudan.
Abdalla is being designated for being a foreign person who is owned or controlled by, or has acted or purported to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, the Defense Industries System, a person whose property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to E.O. 14098.
Portex Trade Limited (Portex) is a Hong Kong-based company controlled by Abdalla. Portex is being designated for being a foreign person who is owned or controlled by, or has acted or purported to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, Abdalla, a person whose property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to E.O. 14098.
Portex Trade Limited (Portex) is a Hong Kong-based company controlled by Abdalla. Portex is being designated for being a foreign person who is owned or controlled by, or has acted or purported to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, Abdalla, a person whose property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to E.O. 14098.
humanitarian Authorizations
In order to ensure that our sanctions do not impede the delivery of humanitarian assistance in Sudan, OFAC has issued broad general licenses (GLs) that authorize certain categories of transactions otherwise prohibited under E.O. 14098. This includes activities involving Burhan, the leader of the SAF; Hemedti, the leader of the RSF; and other persons blocked pursuant to E.O. 14098. In particular, 31 CFR § 546.512 of the Sudan Stabilization Sanctions Regulations (SSSR) authorizes certain humanitarian transactions that are in support of nongovernmental organizations, and 31 CFR § 546.513 of the SSSR authorizes certain transactions related to the provision of agriculture, medicine, and medical devices.
SANCTIONS IMPLICATIONS
As a result of today’s action, all property and interests in property of the designated persons described above that are in the United States or in the possession or control of U.S. persons are blocked and must be reported to OFAC. In addition, any entities that are owned, directly or indirectly, individually or in the aggregate, 50 percent or more by one or more blocked persons are also blocked. Unless authorized by a general or specific license issued by OFAC or exempt, U.S. sanctions generally prohibit all transactions by U.S. persons or within (or transiting) the United States that involve any property or interests in property of designated or otherwise blocked persons.
Violations of U.S. sanctions may result in the imposition of civil or criminal penalties on U.S. and foreign persons. OFAC may impose civil penalties for sanctions violations on a strict liability basis. OFAC’s Economic Sanctions Enforcement Guidelines provide more information regarding OFAC’s enforcement of U.S. economic sanctions. In addition, financial institutions and other persons may risk exposure to sanctions for engaging in certain transactions or activities.
The power and integrity of OFAC sanctions derive not only from OFAC’s ability to designate and add persons to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List, but also from its willingness to remove persons from the SDN List consistent with the law. The ultimate goal of sanctions is not to punish, but to bring about a positive change in behavior. For information concerning the process for seeking removal from an OFAC list, including the SDN List, please refer to OFAC’s Frequently Asked Question 897 here. For detailed information on the process to submit a request for removal from an OFAC sanctions list, please click here.
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“Unrest in Juba Targets Sudanese Shops”
Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 16, 2025
Tensions have escalated in the city of Juba as angry South Sudanese citizens took to the streets, destroying shops owned by Sudanese nationals. This reaction comes in response to the recent brutal killings of South Sudanese citizens in Wad Madani, Sudan.
The unrest, characterized by widespread frustration and sorrow, has led to confrontations between protesters and security forces. Reports indicate that government troops fired shots into the air in an attempt to disperse the crowds and restore order.
The situation remains tense, and concerns are growing about the potential for further violence if calm is not restored quickly. Authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the unrest, though calls for restraint have been made by community leaders and activists.
These developments highlight the increasing anger among South Sudanese citizens regarding the treatment of their compatriots in Sudan and raise questions about how the government is addressing these underlying grievances.
“Neutral Force for Civilian Protection Accuses Rapid Support Forces and Awakening Council of Crimes Against Humanity”
Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 16, 2025
We express our condolences for the souls of the civilians and innocents who have suffered atrocities, looting, and crimes against humanity at the hands of the Rapid Support Forces and the Awakening Council, led by Sheikh Musa Hilal. It is important to note that over 80% of the victims are women and children fleeing hunger and insecurity, who were part of the convoy we are tasked with protecting as a neutral force. This force is comprised of the Sudan Liberation Movement, led by Professor Abdul Wahid Mohammed Ahmed Nour, the Gathering of Sudan Liberation Forces, led by Professor Taher Abu Bakr Hajar, and the Transitional Council, led by Comrade Al-Hadi Idris Yahya.
As a neutral force, we hold the leaders of the Rapid Support Forces and the leader of the Awakening Council, Sheikh Musa Hilal, fully responsible for the events that occurred today in Kabkabiya and for their violations of the agreements made with us regarding the security and protection of civilian convoys. This situation will compel us to take a stand against what has been agreed upon.
“Horrific Massacre in Doumaiya Neighborhood of Nyala”
Sudan Sawa Sawa January 13, 2025
This morning, January 13, in the Doumaiya neighborhood of Nyala, a devastating humanitarian disaster unfolded as warplanes conducted their second consecutive airstrike on the area. These attacks resulted in the death of an entire family, along with injuries to numerous civilians. The airstrikes also caused massive destruction to properties and homes, further exacerbating the suffering of residents who are already living under harsh conditions.
“Shooting Incident in Manawashi, South Darfur”
Sudan Sawa Saw
a January 13, 2025
Last evening, on January 12, the Manawashi area experienced an incident of random gunfire by Rapid Support Forces within the market. This tragic event resulted in the death of citizen Abdullah Yahya Hassan and injuries to several others. This incident reflects the deterioration of security conditions in the area, increasing the concerns and fears of the local population.
“Army Neutralizes Drones Between Merowe and Dabba, One Hits Target“
Sudan Sawa Sawa, January 9, 2025
On January 9, around 1 AM Sudan time, a suicide drone crashed into the Merowe transformer station, also known as the Al-Ghazali Power Station, located south of the 19th Infantry Division. This attack resulted in a massive fire at the site, causing a power outage along the transmission line connecting the western region to Merowe/Dabba.
As part of the army’s ground defenses, forces were able to intercept six other drones as they crossed between Merowe and Dabba, but only one successfully reached its target and struck the station. This attack led to widespread power outages in large areas of Northern State.
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