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Security - 29 April 2026
Dengue Fever Deaths Rise in Northern Sudan as Outbreak Spreads
Khartoum, April 24, 2026 - Health authorities in Sudan’s Northern State have issued an urgent warning following a confirmed death linked to a growing dengue fever outbreak, as cases continue to rise across northern…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
U.S. Sanctions Network Accused of Recruiting Foreign Fighters for Sudan’s RSF
Washington, April 17, 2026 - The United States has imposed sanctions on a network of individuals and companies accused of recruiting foreign fighters to support Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF), in a move aimed at…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Sudanese Leader, Saudi Crown Prince Discuss Regional Security in Jeddah
Jeddah, April 20, 2026 - Sudan’s Sovereign Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan held talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah on Monday, focusing on regional stability and security in the Red Sea region.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Sudan’s Democratic Block Adopts New Statutes, Discusses Democratic Transition
Port Sudan, April 26, 2026 - Sudan’s Democratic Block alliance has adopted new internal statutes and held discussions on the country’s path toward democratic transition during a two-day organizational meeting in Port Sudan.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Sudanese Army Says It Repelled Rebel Attack in Blue Nile Region
Ed Damazin, April 29, 2026 - The Sudanese army said Tuesday it repelled a renewed attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N), led by Abdel Aziz al-Hilu, in Sudan’s…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Sudan Calls for End to Foreign Interference at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
Antalya, April 17, 2026 - Sudan’s Foreign Minister, Mohieddin Salem, has called for an end to foreign interference and the influx of foreign fighters, warning that both are major drivers of the country’s ongoing…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Burhan Receives Defecting RSF Commander in Northern State
Dongola, April 19, 2026 - Sudan’s army chief and head of the Sovereignty Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has received a senior commander who defected from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), in what marks a significant…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 29 April 2026
Artillery Strike Hits Dilling Market, Killing Four Amid Escalating Fighting
Dilling, April 11, 2026 - At least four people were killed and 13 others injured after artillery fire struck a central market in the city of Dilling, in South Kordofan, as fighting continues between Sudanese forces and…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Timbuktu Region: Armed Group Claims Attack on Military Convoy
April 18, 2026 - The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) announced that it carried out an attack targeting a military vehicle near Timbuktu in northern Mali.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Mali Signs Performance Contracts to Strengthen Hospital Governance and Care Quality
Bamako, April 20, 2026 - Mali has taken a significant step toward improving the performance of its healthcare system with the introduction of performance contracts between the State and public health facilities.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Africa Corps Claims Repelled Coup Attempt Amid Widespread Attacks in Mali
April 25, 2026 - The Africa Corps of the Russian Armed Forces issued a statement claiming it had helped thwart a large-scale coordinated offensive in Mali involving multiple armed groups and simultaneous attacks across…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 27 April 2026
Multiple Withdrawals and Renewed Fighting Across Mali Amid Escalating Insecurity
April 27, 2026 - The security situation in Mali further deteriorated as multiple withdrawals, territorial changes, and renewed clashes were reported across several regions, alongside fresh incidents in the capital Bamako.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read