EVER since the June 30 1989 coup that brought the Muslim Brotherhood to power, Sudanese women have endured decades of oppression, with their political, social, economic and cultural rights systematically stripped away. They have suffered some of the most heinous forms of abuse and exploitation.

Despite these challenges, Sudanese women have persisted in their courageous struggle, leading the masses and sacrificing their own lives. We warmly remember martyrs such as Tayeh Abu Aqleh, Sarah Abdelbagi, Mayada John and Sit Alnafour, among others. 

Their efforts and their sacrifices culminated in the overthrow of Omar al-Bashir, whose regime had eroded women’s rights, including equal pay, maternity leave, healthcare, child nutrition and workplace protections.