Ramadan in Sudan

The mosques are illuminated, the streets are decorated, and the holy month of Ramadan approaches, filling Muslims around the world with anticipation for what the month may bring. It is a time for fasting, prayer, and...

As a Sudanese, once the word Ramadan is spoken aloud, a hundred pictures come to mind and a million memories hold us captive. Starting with the early mornings, the once busy, loud, and vibrant streets turn...

In a reflection of cultural richness and communal spirit, the traditions of Oman’s Drana and Sudan’s Kham Al Ramad converge in these days preceding the holy month of Ramadan, which is expected to begin around 11 March 2024....

A day before the first day of the holy month of Ramadan, many Sudanese gather for Kham Al Ramad, a festive celebration to welcome Ramadan with entertainment and recreation. It also carries a negative connotation as...