Africa’s forgotten conflict

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For two years now, Sudan has been sinking into a brutal civil war that has devastated the country and plunged its population into an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe.

Twelve million people have been displaced, and hundreds of thousands have been killed. Women and girls have become victims of systematic sexual violence. Entire cities and villages have been razed to the ground. And yet, this war receives little international attention.

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Africa’s forgotten conflict

For two years now, Sudan has been sinking into a brutal civil war that has devastated the country and plunged its population into an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe.

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BDP leaves Balopi out in the cold

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BNF mourns benign, fearless Akambakamba

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Rollers spend P1.2m to settle FIFA debts

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