Khartoum: Lessons in war

From The Documentary Podcast by BBC World Service

June 9, 2026 · 28 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the impact of the civil war in Sudan on the youth and the reopening of schools in Khartoum.

For three years a brutal civil war has been raging in Sudan. Hundreds of thousands have been killed. Millions have been forced from their homes. But the war has other hidden costs – particularly for the young. It’s estimated that 60% of the population is under 25, and millions have lost out on their education. Now after the capital Khartoum was recaptured by the army, for the first time in years, school and universities have re-opened in the city. But as Mohanad Hashim reports, the lives of Khartoum’s youth are still shaped by war. Reporter: Mohanad Hashim Producer: Alex Last Sound mix: Neil Churchill Production coordinator: Katie Morrison Series Editor: Penny Murphy (Image: Kids on a swing at a communal kindergarten in Khartoum. It was set up by local mothers who stayed during the battle for the city. Credit Alex Last/BBC)

People in this episode

Guest: Mohanad Hashim

Topics covered

civil war
education
youth
Sudan
Khartoum
hidden costs of war

Keywords

Sudan
civil war
Khartoum
youth education
hidden costs
Mohanad Hashim

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Sudan, Khartoum