Sudan’s journey from independence to revolution
Mohanad Hashim explains some of the complex history of the country he grew up in
The Explanation · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
A military coup in 1989 brought Omar al-Bashir to power, until being overthrown by the military in the face of mass protests in 2019. During this time, war has raged in Darfur, South Sudan has gained independence and the Sudanese people demanded a return to civil government.
BBC journalist Mohanad Hashim grew up in Khartoum and has reported extensively on the Middle East and Africa. He speaks to Claire Graham about Sudan’s journey from independence to revolution.
Producer: Owen McFadden Presenter: Claire Graham