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Social Media Intensifies Sudan’s Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis
The Rise of Digital Propaganda in Sudan's Conflict Amid the brutal power struggle between Sudan's military factions, social media has become a battleground of misinformation. With rampant fake news and manipulative narratives, trust in reliable information has eroded. Both sides exploit social media to spread misleading information. False claims on social media deepen societal divisions. Traditional media suppression fuels disinformation. The Stakes of Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis The conflict between army…
UN Raises Alarm on Trafficking and Sexual Violence Amid Sudan Crisis
Escalating Violence in Sudan: A Humanitarian Crisis Unfolds The ongoing conflict in Sudan, particularly around El-Fasher, has sparked a dire humanitarian crisis characterized by widespread human rights abuses. Reports from the region underscore the severity of the situation, with women and children bearing the brunt of the violence. Approximately 470,000 people displaced since May 2024. Over 6 million children are internally displaced or seeking refuge in neighboring countries. Alarming reports of trafficking,…
AIF 2025: Leaders Advocate Private Investment and Regulatory Reforms
Africa Investment Forum Market Days opened Wednesday with government leaders and development experts urging expanded private‑sector participation, innovative financing solutions and accelerated policy reforms to unlock the continent’s economic potential. Speakers at the 2025 Africa Investment Forum (AIF) Market Days emphasized that private capital, new financing instruments and faster regulatory change are central to closing investment gaps across energy, infrastructure, agribusiness and manufacturing. Delegates described…
Sudanese Leader Asks Trump for Assistance in Resolving Crisis
Sudan’s Leader Seeks U.S. Mediation in Ongoing Conflict Sudan's army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has called for U.S. intervention to mediate peace in the ongoing conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). In a recent op-ed, Burhan emphasized the need for decisive action to end the devastating war. Conflict began in April 2023, involving Sudan's army and RSF. Previous peace negotiations have failed despite international efforts. The conflict has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and massive…
Sudan’s Military Thwarts Recent RSF Offensive Attempt
Sudanese Military Repels RSF Offensive in Babnousa The ongoing conflict in Sudan saw another clash as military forces repelled an attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Babnousa. This adds to the escalating violence in the region. The army's 22nd Infantry Division countered the RSF's assault effectively. RSF had been moving towards Babnousa, which has been under siege since January 2024. No official comments from either the Sudanese army or RSF regarding the recent events. Details of the Offensive…
Sudan’s Army Leader Criticizes Quad Ceasefire as Unfair
Sudan's Ongoing Conflict: Rejected Cease-Fire Proposal Deepens Crisis Efforts to halt Sudan's devastating 30-month war suffered a blow as General Abdel-Fattah Burhan dismissed a U.S.-mediated cease-fire proposal. This rejection poses challenges to mediators striving to end hostilities that have transformed the nation into a humanitarian catastrophe. General Burhan labeled the proposal as biased and unacceptable. The war has resulted in over 40,000 fatalities and displaced millions. The mediators, known as the…
Sudanese Military and RSF Battle in Kordofan Amid Civilian Tensions
Escalating Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan The conflict in Sudan has reached a critical point, with ongoing violence driving massive displacement and a deepening humanitarian crisis. The intense clashes between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are forcing thousands to flee. Violence reported in North and West Kordofan, including el-Obeid and Babnousa. Al Jazeera reports drone and artillery attacks by RSF on army positions. Over 2 million displaced persons in White Nile…
Somali Prime Minister Heads to Morocco for MEDays Forum amid Shifting Geopolitics
Somali prime minister heads to Morocco for Medays International Forum MOGADISHU — Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre departed Tuesday morning for Morocco to attend the 17th Medays International Forum, where he is expected to outline Somalia’s priorities and the government’s agenda on security and governance as the annual gathering convenes leaders and experts from more than 120 countries. Hosted under the patronage of the King of Morocco, Medays will run Nov. 26–29 under the theme “Fractures and Polarization: Reinventing…
Sudan: RSF Declares Three-Month Ceasefire Independently
Sudan's RSF Declares Unilateral Cease-fire Amid Ongoing Conflict In response to international appeals, Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced a unilateral three-month humanitarian cease-fire. This move aims to facilitate humanitarian aid and reduce violence in the ongoing conflict with the Sudanese army. RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo announced a cease-fire to halt hostilities. Aim to secure aid movement and protect humanitarian operations. Creation of field monitoring and additional oversight…
Somalia’s Puntland State Arrests Senior Immigration Official Accused of Aiding Youth Smuggling Rings
Puntland State arrests senior immigration official in Garowe over alleged youth-smuggling passports Garowe, Somalia — Puntland State security forces on Sunday arrested a senior official with the Immigration and Nationality Authority in Garowe on allegations he facilitated youth smuggling networks by illegally issuing Somali passports, authorities said. The official, identified by local sources as the deputy head of the Garowe Immigration Office, is accused of producing travel documents for large numbers of young people who…