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Victory in Khartoum: Celebrations as Sudan Army Recaptures Strategic Sites in the Capital City

Khartoum before the devastation of war was a bustling city known for its vibrant markets, modern infrastructure, and historic landmarks at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers. Image source: Africa View Facts

Sudanese around the world have taken to social media to celebrate the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) advancement in Khartoum. The SAF has achieved a significant milestone by recapturing key areas of Khartoum from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Army Chief General Abdel Fattah Al Burhan declared, ‘Khartoum is free,’ as he toured key sites in the capital, including the presidential palace and Khartoum International Airport (KRT). Photos and videos of his visit to the palace have flooded social media, symbolising the SAF’ regained control.

However, much of Khartoum’s infrastructure has been left in ruins, with key areas heavily damaged by the RSF during the conflict. In addition to destroying and looting critical buildings, homes, and properties, the RSF has committed widespread atrocities in Khartoum and across Sudan.

These advancements occurred within just a few days. The SAF recaptured Sudan National Museum, Corinthia Hotel Khartoum, the Central Bank of Sudan, the General Intelligence Service and the University of Khartoum. They also secured Tuti Island, located at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers, after advancing across the Tuti Bridge. By 26 March, the SAF had regained control of Al Manshiya Bridge over the Blue Nile and captured the Tiba Al Hassanab Camp in Jabal Aulia, which had served as the RSF’s main base in central Sudan.

This follows the SAF’s recapture of Wad Madani, the capital of Al Gezira State, in January 2025. According to the SAF, they now maintain full control over both Khartoum and Al Gezira State.

As the conflict in Sudan approaches its two-year mark, the army has recently reclaimed large swaths of the capital and surrounding areas from the RSF. In February, the SAF recaptured Khartoum North (Bahri) and a key bridge connecting eastern Khartoum to the southern part of the city.

Despite these gains, the RSF still controls pockets of southern Khartoum and retains dominance in parts of western Sudan, particularly in the Kordofan and Darfur regions. Analysts and experts warn that Sudan may be edging closer to a de facto partition.

Sudan is currently the world’s biggest humanitarian crisis, driven by an ongoing war between the SAF and the paramilitary RSF, which began on April 15, 2023. The conflict has displaced over 12 million people and left more than 150,000 dead. This includes approximately 8.9 million internally displaced within Sudan and 3.4 million who have sought refuge in neighboring countries such as Egypt, Chad, and South Sudan. According to the UN, over 30 million people – including 16 million children – are in urgent need of humanitarian aid.

Take a look at some of the celebrations on social media:

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