This article examines Khartoum’s recovery after the war and whether services are keeping pace with the return of residents. By early 2026, more than 3.5 million people had returned while basic services and markets have partially resumed. Despite some improvement, economic conditions remain fragile, leaving the city in a transitional phase between partial recovery and full reconstruction.
“Buna Tetu” is a monthly event by Sele Enat Charitable Organization in Addis Ababa that unites people through coffee, culture, and compassion to support vulnerable children. Founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS crisis, Sele Enat provides holistic care and inspires community-driven social change.
This story follows Sudanese journalist Murtada Ahmed, who turned exile into a space for independent journalism. After years of arrests and threats, he founded “Droobb” in Kampala to document war and human rights violations. Working voluntarily from a small room, he continues to resist silence and prove that journalism is an act of dignity and defiance.
The Fan-Keenna Film Festival in Hargeisa celebrates Somali storytelling and revitalizes the city’s legacy as a cultural hub. Showcasing local and international films, supporting emerging talent, and highlighting human rights themes, the festival demonstrates the power of cinema as a tool for expression and social change, signaling a hopeful future for Somali cinema.
This essay explores the traditional Sudanese beauty practices of shulukh (facial scarification) and dagg al-shaloufa (lip tattooing) as markers of identity, beauty, and tribal belonging. Tracing their historical roots and symbolic meanings, it examines their social and gender dimensions and documents their gradual decline due to education, urbanization, globalization, and health concerns.