May 05, 2023
Sudan: UN Advises Against Returns Amid Bloodshed
The UN refugee agency has advised governments not to return people to Sudan amid an ongoing conflict there. Meanwhile, Arab ministers will meet in Cairo this weekend to discuss the… Read more »
Sudan: UN Warns of Deteriorating Humanitarian Situation in Sudan
UN Special Representative Volker Perthes rejects accusations that the West is at fault for the crisis in Sudan and warns of "fortune seekers" joining the conflict, as tens of… Read more »
May 04, 2023
Sudan: Seven-Day Ceasefire Fails As Fighting Continues
Gunfire and explosions gripped the Sudanese capital of Khartoum for the 20th straight day, leaving the latest cease-fire efforts in tatters. The UN said it expects 860,000 refugees… Read more »
Sudan: The Complex Alliances Shaping Sudan's Conflict
As the crisis in Sudan intensifies despite truces and ceasefires, many regional interests are at stake -- and under threat. So who is backing who in Africa's third-biggest nation?… Read more »
East Africa: Germany's Scholz Kicks Off East Africa Visit in Ethiopia
Olaf Scholz's second trip to Africa as chancellor will focus on East Africa, a region that has witnessed recent violence in Sudan. Read more »
May 03, 2023
Africa: Red Tape Exacerbates Humanitarian Crisis for Sudanese Refugees in Egypt
Sudanese refugees are depending on private aid networks as deteriorating conditions plunge the population into a humanitarian disaster. A new democratic heavyweight has entered the… Read more »
May 02, 2023
East Africa: Warring Factions Agree to Seven-Day Truce, Says Juba
South Sudan says rival generals in Sudan have agreed "in principle" to a seven-day truce. Meanwhile, clashes in Khartoum have undermined an already existing ceasefire. DW has the… Read more »
April 29, 2023
Sudan: Fighting Rages On As Foreign Evacuations From Sudan Slow
The warring parties continue to face off in the capital for a third week despite the latest patchy cease-fire. Meanwhile, the UN's Special Rep said both parties nominated… Read more »
April 28, 2023
Sudan: 'We Grabbed Our Daughter, a Bag and Ran'
Amid the lack of official support, Sudanese are relying on the help of fellow citizens to flee. Meanwhile, a new humanitarian crisis is unfolding near Egypt. DW spoke to Sudanese… Read more »
Sudan: Heavy Fighting Erupts Despite Extended Truce
Both the Sudanese army and the RSF paramilitary have accused one another of attacks, threatening a fragile cease-fire. Meanwhile, a Turkish evacuation plane came under fire, as… Read more »
Sudan: Army, RSF Trade Allegations of Truce Breaches
Both the Sudanese army and the RSF paramilitary have accused one another of attacks, threatening a fragile cease-fire. Meanwhile, a Turkish evacuation plane came under fire, as… Read more »
April 27, 2023
Africa: Sudan Crisis Puts Chad Under Pressure
Chad is hosting more than 1 million people forced to leave their homes, including nearly 400,000 Sudanese refugees. Chad fears the conflict between rival army generals will pile… Read more »
Sudan: Warring Rivals Agree to Extend Ceasefire
Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have agreed to extend a truce that was set to expire midnight local time on Thursday [April 27, 2023]. DW has the latest. Read more »
April 26, 2023
Ethiopia: Sudan Crisis - Ethiopia Seeks Peace Talks
Sudan's neighbors are working to prevent an escalation of fighting in the region. Ethiopia is mediating through the African bloc, but experts say the neighbor in the Horn of Africa… Read more »
Sudan: Violence in Sudan and the West's Dilemma
Western states were heavily involved in the reform process in Sudan. In light of the escalating violence there, some are wondering if western countries and their allies mishandled… Read more »
April 27, 2023
Sudan: Sudan Updates - China, France Fly and Ferry More People Out
Beijing said it deployed its navy to rescue Chinese citizens, and Paris said it was evacuating more foreign nationals. Meanwhile, the UK warned such missions could be halted after… Read more »
April 26, 2023
Sudan: Russia's Wagner Group and the Grab for Power and Gold
Russian mercenaries appear to be working closely with the military junta in Sudan. Billions of dollars have allegedly been circumvented in exchange for political and military… Read more »
Sudan: Omar Al-Bashir Moved to Military Hospital
Army officials said Sudan's former dictator was transferred to a military hospital just before fighting broke out. He remains in police custody alongside other former officials. Read more »
April 24, 2023
Sudan: U.S.Secretary of State Announces Three-Day Ceasefire
Sudan's warring parties have agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire after US mediations, Blinken has said. Meanwhile, countries continue to evacuate their citizens, amid rising fear for… Read more »
April 23, 2023
Sudan: German Forces Launch Evacuation Operation
German Bundeswehr troops have begun evacuating embassy staff as Sweden plans to send its own forces to support evacuation. Meanwhile, the pope has called for an end to the… Read more »
Sudan: West Evacautes Citizens From War-Torn Khartoum
US troops have begun evacuating embassy staff as Sweden plans to send its own forces to support evacuation. Meanwhile, the pope has called for an end to the violence. Read more »
April 22, 2023
Mali: Russians Attacked In Central Mali Military Base
The targeted base housed Russian troops, believed to be of the Wagner mercenary group. Over 60 were also injured in the attack. Read more »
April 21, 2023
Sudan: Civil Society Activists Move to Supply Water, Food Amidst Fighting
Amid ongoing fighting, Sudan's civil society activists have started coordinating much-needed water and food supply for the crisis-ridden population, vowing to uphold their calls… Read more »
Sudan: Paramilitary Forces Agree to 72-Hour Eid Truce, No Response From Army
At least 350 people have died and thousands have been wounded since fighting between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary RSF erupted on the weekend. Read more »
April 20, 2023
Africa: Violence Forces Up to 20,000 People from Sudan to Flee to Chad
Between 10,000 and 20,000 people have fled the Western Darfur region, as violence rages for a sixth day. Battles between forces loyal to the army and the paramilitary group RSF are… Read more »