Sudan Daily and Pre-Revolution Updates

Sudan Daily

"Sudan Daily" was a regular publication or news digest produced by the Sudan Democracy First Group. It served as a critical platform for documenting and disseminating information about the political, social, and human rights situation in Sudan.

• Purpose: The publication aimed to provide timely updates on the ground, often highlighting issues that were suppressed or ignored by state-controlled media.
• Content Focus: It frequently covered topics such as:
  • Human rights violations and state-sponsored violence.
  • Political developments and the activities of opposition groups.
  • Social and economic challenges facing Sudanese citizens.
  • Updates on conflicts in regions like Darfur, Blue Nile, and South Kordofan.

News and Updates (Late 2018)

Late 2018 was a pivotal period for Sudan, marked by the beginning of the protests that eventually led to the ousting of Omar al-Bashir in April 2019. The SDFG website and "Sudan Daily" documented these escalating tensions:

• Economic Crisis: Updates from late 2018 highlighted the severe economic downturn, including soaring inflation, bread shortages, and fuel scarcity, which served as the primary catalyst for the December 2018 uprisings.
• December 2018 Protests: The group provided detailed reports on the initial wave of protests that began in cities like Atbara and Port Sudan before spreading to Khartoum. They documented the heavy-handed response of the security forces, including the use of live ammunition against peaceful demonstrators.
• Human Rights Advocacy: SDFG continued to call for the release of political prisoners and an end to the harassment of activists, journalists, and civil society members.
• Peace Process Monitoring: The group monitored the various peace initiatives and negotiations, often expressing skepticism about the government's commitment to genuine democratic reform and inclusive peace.