THE AFRICA TIMES | SUDAN —
Sudanese protesters in Northern State blocked cargo truck movement along a crucial highway near Wadi Halfa on Sunday. This action was taken in response to persistent electricity outages and worsening power rationing in the region, according to local sources.
Protest Details
The demonstrators erected roadblocks near the town of Abri in Wadi Halfa locality, significantly disrupting commercial truck traffic along one of Sudan’s main trade corridors with Egypt. In an attempt to minimize civilian impact, passenger buses and private vehicles were allowed to continue traveling.
Residents identified this protest as the latest in a series of anti-blackout demonstrations that have escalated in Northern State amid growing public frustration over prolonged electricity cuts.
Voices from the Community
“This is not the first time people have taken to the streets over electricity,” remarked a local resident
