Khartoum residents mark the first day of Ramadan amid Sudan's war
On Thu, Mar 23, 2023, a significant moment of community and peace was observed in Khartoum, Sudan, amidst ongoing conflict. Residents gathered to mark the beginning of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, by breaking their fast together.
On Thu, Mar 23, 2023, a significant moment of community and peace was observed in Khartoum, Sudan, amidst ongoing conflict. Residents gathered to mark the beginning of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, by breaking their fast together.
Men gathered in the streets to share meals for Iftar, a tradition that was disrupted when the city was under the control of paramilitary forces. With the city now recaptured by the army, a sense of normality is returning.
Residents brought dishes to share, sitting on mats in the streets. The gathering included 13 families, a significant increase from the previous year.
Despite the challenging conditions, many families are returning to their homes in Khartoum, Omdurman, and Bahri.
On Thu, Mar 23, 2023, a significant moment of community and peace was observed in Khartoum, Sudan, amidst ongoing conflict.
Infrastructure and Economic Challenges
The government is actively engaged in restoring infrastructure and services, including water and electricity networks. However, economic challenges persist:
The Sudanese currency has devalued substantially, from 570 to 3,500 Sudanese pounds per US dollar on the black market as of 2026. Residents face high prices for essential goods, although availability has improved.
Despite these difficulties, the return to communal activities in Khartoum is a positive development. Meanwhile, conflicts continue in other regions, such as Kordofan and Darfur.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
