Economist Podcasts
Genocide returns: slaughter in Sudan
Oct 19, 2023
Kinley Salmon, Africa correspondent for The Economist and a dedicated journalist, shares chilling insights from Sudan. He recounts harrowing stories of refugees fleeing violence in Darfur, emphasizing the personal tragedies of families affected by the conflict. The podcast also sheds light on the alarming rise of bowel cancer in young people, discussing its potential causes and the need for better screening practices. Additionally, urban sanitation challenges in New York City are explored, highlighting innovative changes in waste management aimed at improving public health.
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- The conflict in Sudan's Darfur region has resulted in the displacement and deaths of many members of the Masalit tribe, with reports of deliberate killing of children, highlighting the ongoing targeted violence and potential genocide in the area.
- The increasing cases of bowel cancer among young people indicate a need for improved screening and awareness, as the misconception that it is primarily an old person's disease delays diagnosis and treatment.
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War and Violence in Sudan
The podcast episode explores the conflict in Sudan, specifically in Darfur, where the Masalit tribe is being targeted by Arab militias and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The violence has resulted in the displacement and deaths of many members of the Masalit community, with reports of deliberate killing of children. The situation in Darfur is characterized by lawlessness and a lack of safety, and despite the efforts of refugees to escape to neighboring Chad, the atrocities continue. Many consider the violence against the Masalit tribe to be genocide, and the UN is investigating reports of mass graves in El Geneina, the capital of West Darfur.
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