Sudanese PM names commission to probe killings at June sit-in
The sit-in was the culmination of 16 weeks of protests that led to army officers turning against Bashir and replacing him with a military council. Continue reading
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Sudan, rebel groups set to begin peace talks — Here’s what you should know
Talks with the rebels are to officially start Monday in neighbouring South Sudan’s capital. Continue reading
Nobel peace prize awarded to Ethiopia’s PM for role ending war with Eritrea
Abiy said he was “humbled and thrilled.” Continue reading
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
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