Latest news in sudan now
Here are some of the latest news updates from Sudan:
Political Developments:
- The Sudanese government and the Sudan Revolutionary Front (SRF), a coalition of rebel groups, have signed a peace agreement in Juba, South Sudan, aimed at ending the country's long-running conflict. The agreement was signed on October 3, 2020, and is expected to pave the way for a transition to democracy. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The Sudanese military has announced the formation of a new transitional government, with General Abdel Fattah Abdelrahman Burhan as the head of the Sovereign Council. The council is tasked with overseeing the country's transition to democracy. (Source: Reuters)
Economic Developments:
- Sudan has received a $2 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to help the country recover from years of economic crisis. The loan is part of a three-year program aimed at stabilizing the country's economy and implementing economic reforms. (Source: Bloomberg)
- The Sudanese pound has continued to depreciate against the US dollar, reaching a record low of 375 to the dollar. The currency crisis has led to shortages of basic goods and inflation. (Source: Sudan Tribune)
Humanitarian Crisis:
- The United Nations has warned of a humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with over 13 million people in need of assistance. The crisis is exacerbated by conflict, economic instability, and climate change. (Source: UN News)
- The World Food Programme (WFP) has launched an emergency operation to provide food assistance to over 1 million people in Sudan who are at risk of famine. (Source: WFP)
Other News:
- The Sudanese authorities have announced the discovery of a mass grave containing the remains of over 200 people in the Darfur region. The grave is believed to be the site of a massacre carried out by government forces and allied militias in 2003. (Source: BBC)
- The Sudanese government has launched a campaign to eradicate the spread of COVID-19, with the country reporting over 10,000 cases and 700 deaths. (Source: Sudan News Agency)
Please note that the situation in Sudan is constantly evolving, and these news updates may not reflect the current situation.