Normal life is resurfacing in El Fasher, North Darfur’s capital, after nearly two months of paralysis following Rapid Support Forces control in late October.
Residents said that streets are stirring again, as dozens of displaced families return to homes abandoned during months of conflict.
That struggle culminated on October 26, when the Rapid Support Forces seized control of the city.
Adam Ali, a resident of Abu Shouk Al-Hilla, said familiar movement has returned as families reopen homes and reclaim neighbourhood streets.
He noted that water supplies have partially resumed after being completely cut off during prolonged clashes across the city.
On Thursday, El Fasher’s central market in the first-class neighbourhood reopened, ending a closure that lasted more than five months.
Ali said security conditions have also improved slightly in recent days, particularly around the Naivasha camp area.
A humanitarian worker, speaking anonymously, confirmed that limited aid reached El Fasher last week, easing pressure on strained civilians.
However, the worker said residents reported widespread looting of homes following the Rapid Support Forces’ takeover, casting shadows over the fragile calm.
