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Khartoum Begins Recovery Amid Ongoing Conflict and Struggles

1/30/2026

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Story summary

The conflict since April 15, 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions.
As of January 2026, signs of recovery appear in Khartoum, where traders are reopening shops and infrastructure is slowly being rebuilt.
Prime Minister Kamil Idris announced plans for the government to return to Khartoum after operating from Port Sudan.
Economic recovery lags behind physical reconstruction, with many businesses struggling and ongoing fighting in other regions, and analysts warn that substantial funds are needed for full recovery.

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Story summary

The conflict since April 15, 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions.
As of January 2026, signs of recovery appear in Khartoum, where traders are reopening shops and infrastructure is slowly being rebuilt.
Prime Minister Kamil Idris announced plans for the government to return to Khartoum after operating from Port Sudan.
Economic recovery lags behind physical reconstruction, with many businesses struggling and ongoing fighting in other regions, and analysts warn that substantial funds are needed for full recovery.