Sudanese Press: From Crisis to Warfront Collapse

At the onset of the 2023 conflict in Sudan, journalist Shamael Elnoor witnessed firsthand the catastrophic impact on the country's news industry.

Once vibrant newsrooms in Khartoum were abandoned as war eruptions halted newspaper presses and compounded existing economic strain. Highlighting the devastation, Elnoor noted the complete cessation of print operations once a symbol of Sudanese freedom.

As the civil war continues, it's leading to not just economic turmoil but also a media blackout, with many journalists fleeing or facing threats from both warring sides. An era of press freedom hangs in balance, overshadowed by digital censorship and disinformation.

(With inputs from agencies.)