El-Fasher: An Activist's Shocking Testimony on the Atrocities of War
Mohammed Zakaria's testimony is deeply intertwined with the dramatic story of his family and the fall of el-Fasher, an event that marked a crucial chapter in his life.
The fall of el-Fasher, Mohammed Zakaria's hometown, marks a dramatic chapter in the Sudanese civil war. As the outside world watches, the situation rapidly deteriorates, culminating in the capture of the city by paramilitary forces known as Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
Zakaria, an activist and video journalist, covered the events from Kampala, Uganda. The news of the loss of his city had a devastating impact on his life. On October 29, Zakaria spent two sleepless nights, anxious for news about his family and his city.
When he learned that el-Fasher was now under RSF control, he began searching for information on social media. Unfortunately, what he found was horrific: videos posted by RSF soldiers celebrating next to the bodies of several men, including three of his uncles.
Author's summary: Activist shares shocking testimony about war atrocities.