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Samar Bengawi is a medical student by day, and a literature and music enthusiast by night. She was born and raised in the UAE and is now based in Georgia. She is never without a cup of coffee in hand, and is always “on the go,” chasing after one hobby or another. Passion in Sudanese politics runs in her blood and she considers herself a patriot who hopes to leave a memorable mark in the world.
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Samar Bengawi is a medical student by day, and a literature and music enthusiast by night. She was born and raised in the UAE and is now based in Georgia. She is never without a cup of coffee in hand, and is always “on the go,” chasing after one hobby or another. Passion in Sudanese politics runs in her blood and she considers herself a patriot who hopes to leave a memorable mark in the world.
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Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
TV Shows
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Music
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Celebrity
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Scandals
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Drama
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Lifestyle
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Health
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Technology
Young Entrepreneurs Building Their Own Opportunities in South Sudan
Young people under the age of 30 account for approximately 72% of South Sudan's population, with many facing limited employment opportunities amid ongoing political and economic instability. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO),the country's youth unemployment rate stands at an estimated 18.52%, while more than 90% of young people lack formal employment or experience severe underemployment.For many young people in South Sudan, the quest...
Displaced Dreams: The Hidden Educational Crisis of Sudanese Youth in Egypt
Fleeing violence at home, only to face police sweeps...
New Laws Put Journalists in Sudan at Greater Risk
In a country already plagued by war, reporting from Sudan has become increasingly dangerous and, under newly introduced laws, could now carry the death penalty.Under Temporary Constitutional Decree No 7 of 2026,...
Outrage After Male UofK Students Unexpectedly Evicted from Dormitories to Accommodate Female Students
It was a normal day for Gasim Mahmoud, a...
El Niño and Its Impact on Sudan
The developing El Niño climate phenomenon is now the...
Samar Bengawi is a medical student by day, and a literature and music enthusiast by night. She was born and raised in the UAE and is now based in Georgia. She is never without a cup of coffee in hand, and is always “on the go,” chasing after one hobby or another. Passion in Sudanese politics runs in her blood and she considers herself a patriot who hopes to leave a memorable mark in the world.
