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What's keeping Sudan’s Omar al-Bashir in power?

What's keeping Sudan’s Omar al-Bashir in power?

Protestors in Sudan are calling for the resignation of President Bashir. Will he listen?

The Real Story · BBC World Service

January 25, 201950m 4s

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Show Notes

Sudan has been witnessing the biggest anti-government protests in years. They began over a month ago when the government announced plans to reduce subsidies on staples like bread and fuel. But a heavy-handed response by the authorities has led to dozens of deaths and hundreds of arrests. Many are now calling for the resignation of president Omar al-Bashir. With the demonstrations becoming a regular feature across the country, is president Bashir facing the most serious threat to his power? This week, Ritula Shah, is joined by a group of experts to discuss Sudan's popular anger.