Sudan: Currency Collapse and Price Surge Strangle Households

The prices of essential goods, such as sugar, beans, lentils, and onions, have surged in Omdurman due to the depreciation of the Sudanese currency. Traders are struggling to restock as costs continue to rise, worsened by the devaluation of the Sudanese pound against the US dollar. This challenging economic situation makes it increasingly difficult for households to access food and medical care, prompting a researcher to call for measures to stabilize the currency and regulate imports.