Focus on Africa Drone attack on Sudan's Khartoum Airport
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Oct 22, 2025 Khaloud Heer, Director of Confluence Advisory and Sudan expert, discusses the impact of recent drone strikes on Khartoum International Airport, analyzing the RSF’s tactics and the absence of air defenses. Ijeoma Ndukwe, a BBC correspondent, shares insights from Maiduguri, revealing ongoing challenges with Boko Haram, targeting of farmers, and limited military solutions. Bram Postumus, a journalist in Abidjan, explores the controversial atmosphere surrounding President Ouattara's fourth-term bid amidst political tensions and youth disillusionment.
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Drone Strikes Aim To Undermine Airport Reopening
- RSF drone strikes appear timed to prevent Khartoum airport reopening and undermine SAF's legitimacy.
- Drone attacks target infrastructure to signal the war is not over despite SAF holding Khartoum.
Drones Shift The Battlefield Nationwide
- Both RSF and SAF heavily rely on drones, expanding aerial warfare beyond ground clashes.
- Chinese-made drones now enable longer-range strikes, increasing nationwide vulnerability.
Prioritise Air-Defence For Critical Sites
- Install anti-air defenses and hardened infrastructure at airports and key sites to reduce drone vulnerability.
- Prioritise air-defence capability because drone strikes will likely continue into the dry season.