As traditional drumbeats echoed through the room, Sudanese refugees were moved to tears by a heartfelt performance.
Hadia Moussa, a refugee, said the music reminded her of her ancestral home in Sudan’s Nuba Mountains.
“Performances like this help people mentally affected by the war. It brings back Sudanese folklore and culture,” she said.
Sudan has been ravaged by war since April 2023, when conflict erupted between al Burhan’s army (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The violence has displaced over 4.6 million people, with many seeking refuge in Egypt.
A Sudanese band called “Camirata,” now based in Egypt, is working to preserve traditional Sudanese music.
The band, founded in 1997, includes singers, dancers, and poets dedicated to keeping their heritage alive.
“We use traditional instruments like the tanbour and nuggara to promote peace and unity,” said band founder Dafallah el-Hag.
Band member Fatma Farid, who lost her aunt in the war, says art has taken on new meaning since the conflict.
“You can deliver a message as an artist,” she said.
The band continues to perform for Sudanese refugees, offering a reminder of home and hope for peace.
