As famine warnings are triggered and food is stolen from markets, the government blames supporters of ousted president al-Bashir
Seven regions of Sudan have declared states of emergency following violent protests against food price rises. Curfews have been imposed and schools have been forced to close in 10 cities across Darfur, North Kordofan, West Kordofan and Sennar. Buildings were looted and burned, and food was stolen from markets and shops. The regions are among the poorest in Sudan.
The joint military-civilian government believes supporters of the former president, Omar al-Bashir, are behind the protests. The government recently ordered the prosecution of members of Bashir’s party.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/feb/16/sudan-declares-states-of-emergency-after-protests-over-soaring-food-prices
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The Article Was Written/Published By: Zeinab Mohammed Salih in Khartoum
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