Omar al-Bashir took millions from Saudi Arabia as Sudan president: court hearings
He is charged with illicit possession of foreign currency and accepting gifts in an unofficial manner. Continue reading
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Protesters in Sudan sign final power sharing deal with army
The signing capped weeks of tortuous negotiations between the military and protest leaders. Continue reading
Activists in Sudan call for justice for raped women protesters
Women’s rights activists say action must be taken to address scores of rapes committed during a deadly crackdown by security forces in June. Continue reading
Sudan’s military and protesters sign power-sharing deal, first step toward civilian rule
The signing ceremony marks an important step in the transition to civilian rule following the military overthrow of long-ruling autocrat Omar al-Bashir Continue reading
Peacekeeper among 6 killed in disputed border region of Sudan, South Sudan: UN
Both Sudan and South Sudan claim ownership of the oil-rich Abyei area. Continue reading
Sudan celebrates power-sharing deal reached between military, opposition
The emerging deal could break the political impasse that has gripped the country. Continue reading
2 Sudanese opposition leaders arrested amid standoff with military council
The Sudanese Professionals’ Association, which has spearheaded protests since December, said security forces arrested Yassin Abdel-Karim. Continue reading
At least 7 dead in Sudan protests calling for civilian rule
The demonstrations came amid a weeks-long standoff between the ruling military council and protest leaders. Continue reading
Halifax’s Sudanese community hosts vigil to raise awareness of Sudan’s deadly unrest
At least 128 people have died in Sudan since June 3. Continue reading
Explained: Sudan’s deadly unrest, blue profile pictures and criticism of apathy
At least 128 people have died in the country since June 3, when the military violently dispersed a sit-in camp in Khartoum. Continue reading