Sky News Daily 'Defiled and looted' - returning home during the Sudan war
Apr 30, 2025
Yousra Elbagir, Africa correspondent for Sky News and a native of Khartoum, shares her harrowing journey back to her childhood home amidst the ongoing Sudanese civil war. She recounts the emotional impact of seeing her familiar space ransacked, confronting loss and grief on a personal and communal level. The discussion delves into the intense power struggles between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF, while also highlighting the resilience and hope demonstrated by communities through grassroots initiatives amid chaos.
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Emotional Return Home
- Yousra Elbagir felt a mix of nervousness and anticipation returning to her family home after two years of civil war.
- She knew the visit would be emotionally difficult because of the deep personal meaning of the house.
Devastation and Resilience in Khartoum
- Khartoum's urban landscape is devastated with buildings burned and shattered, yet some areas remain resilient with people trying to survive.
- The physical destruction mirrors the broader turmoil in Sudan, portraying a city caught between ruin and ongoing life.
Finding Family Mementos Amid Ruins
- Yousra found cherished family photos in her home after the war, a powerful reminder of life before destruction.
- The photos symbolize deeper memories and hope amidst widespread looting and loss experienced by many families.