July 2025 - Page 14 of 32 - The Sudan Times

RSF establishes first civil authority in North Darfur’s El Koma

Residents welcomed the step, saying a functioning local council could help restore health and education services disrupted by recent SAF air‑strikes

Prominent human rights defender Boniface Mwangi was detained by police in Kenya as his wife reported allegations of terrorism and arson.

France and the EU welcomed a new agreement between Congo and M23 rebels as a major step toward peace following Qatar’s diplomatic mediation.

Premier Li Qiang has launched a massive energy project in Tibet that aims to generate 300 billion kWh annually and advance China’s carbon goals.

The breakthrough follows a surprise March meeting in Doha between Tshisekedi and Kagame

Sudan’s refugee crisis worsens as UN aid is slashed, shutting down services like registration, child protection and safe spaces for women.

Sudan’s abrupt currency change amid civil war triggered panic, economic paralysis, and a fragile shift toward digital banking across the country.

As war cripples Sudan’s economy, gold exports become a key revenue source despite nearly half of production lost to illicit trade.

Congo and the M23 rebel group have agreed on a declaration of principles to end fighting in eastern Congo after months of Qatar-mediated talks.

The attackers swept into the community at about 10:40 GMT, firing randomly before moving door‑to‑door to seize residents