Community
A welcoming home for Sudanese students at Warwick and anyone who wants to connect with Sudanese culture.
أهلاً وسهلاً • السودان في القلب • الخرطوم
✨ Est. 2026 • A home away from home
Celebrating Sudanese culture at Warwick.
We are the Warwick Sudani Society: a welcoming society for Sudanese students and anyone who wants to learn, celebrate and connect with Sudanese culture. Everyone is welcome here — whether you are Sudanese, have Sudanese roots, or are simply curious and want to be part of the community. We want this space to feel like home: warm, beautiful and rooted in Sudanese hospitality.
Warwick Sudani Society
Culture, community and care
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We are here to spread Sudanese culture around the University of Warwick and create a space all Sudanese students can call home.
We welcome everyone with open arms: students from every background, friends of Sudan, and anyone who wants to experience our food, music, history, language and warmth.
Who we are
Open to everyone. Rooted in Sudanese warmth.
Culture
From jabana and tea socials to food, music, language and history, we celebrate Sudan with pride.
Support
We raise awareness and share trusted fundraising links supporting people in Sudan.
Events
Our socials, culture nights and community moments.
From tea and legemat to film nights and lively debates, our events are built around Sudanese warmth, culture and conversation.
Upcoming event
Upcoming • Fri 22 May • S0.17 • 6PM
Goodbye Julia Film Night
Come join Warwick Sudani Society for a screening of Goodbye Julia, the internationally acclaimed Sudanese film by Mohamed Kordofani. The film explores family, identity, guilt and social divisions in Sudan, making it a powerful way to learn, reflect and connect through Sudanese cinema.
Previous events
First event • Wed 25 Feb
Shai & Legemat
Our first event was filled with people, conversation and Sudanese warmth. We introduced guests to Sudanese music, Sudanese tea, legemat and basbousa, creating a welcoming space for everyone to get a taste of home and culture.
Debate night • 12 March
Shai bi Shakla
A debate night full of energy, tea and discussion. Statements on politics, society and issues across Sudan and neighbouring countries were placed on the board, and people debated their views while enjoying complimentary tea and legemat.
Workshop • Tues 12 May
Collaboration event
International Solidarity with Sudan
In collaboration with Warwick STAR, Warwick UNICEF, Warwick Stands With Palestine and Warwick Anti-Racism Society, we hosted a workshop on international solidarity with Sudan. The evening explored awareness, advocacy, displacement, imperialism and Sudan’s modern history, while centring Sudanese voices and the hope for peace and safety.
History of Sudan
A rich and complex story across centuries.
Sudan has one of the richest histories in Africa — from ancient kingdoms and pre-independence struggles, to independence, political change, revolution and the difficult realities of war today.
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Ancient Sudan
Kush, Nubia and the ancient world
Long before modern borders, the region that is now Sudan was home to powerful civilizations such as Kerma, Kush and Nubia. Sudan’s pyramids, temples and archaeological sites reflect a deep history that connects Africa, the Nile Valley and the wider ancient world.
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1820s–1955
Pre-independence and colonial rule
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Sudan experienced Egyptian-Ottoman conquest, the Mahdist state, and then Anglo-Egyptian rule. During this period, Sudanese political consciousness and anti-colonial movements grew steadily.
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1956
Independence
Sudan gained independence on 1 January 1956 from joint British and Egyptian rule. Independence marked a moment of enormous hope, but the country soon faced major political tensions and conflict over identity, power and representation.
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1955–2005
Civil wars and political upheaval
Much of Sudan’s post-independence history was shaped by coups, authoritarian rule and long civil wars, especially between the north and south. These conflicts caused immense suffering and left deep social and political scars.
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2011
South Sudan’s secession
After decades of conflict, South Sudan became an independent country in 2011. This was a historic turning point for the region and reshaped Sudan politically, economically and socially.
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2019
Revolution and hope for change
Mass protests led to the removal of Omar al-Bashir in 2019. Many Sudanese saw the revolution as a hopeful moment, with calls for democracy, dignity and civilian government.
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2023–Today
War and the present day
War broke out in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Since then, Sudan has faced a devastating humanitarian crisis, mass displacement and violence affecting millions, while Sudanese people continue to show resilience, solidarity and care for one another.
History of Sudan
A broad introduction to Sudan’s history, from ancient times to the modern state.
Read article ↗How Sudan gained independence
A concise explainer on Sudan’s path to independence and the end of Anglo-Egyptian rule.
Read article ↗What’s behind Sudan’s conflict?
A Reuters explainer that helps readers understand the current war, its background and its wider impact.
Read article ↗Famine and aid in war-torn Sudan
A deeper report on the humanitarian consequences of the war and the obstacles to getting aid to people who need it.
Read article ↗News updates
Verified coverage on Sudan.
A quick news tab with recent reporting and explainers from established outlets. Click any article to read more.
Drones are making Sudan's war even deadlier for civilians
AP reports that drone warfare is intensifying the danger for civilians in Sudan, with the UN warning that drone attacks are now a major driver of conflict-related deaths.
Read article ↗Almost 20 million people in Sudan still face acute hunger, monitors say
Reuters reports that around 19.5 million people in Sudan are facing acute hunger, with conflict, displacement and disrupted aid continuing to deepen the crisis.
Read article ↗Over 40% of Sudan's population face high levels of acute food insecurity
AP covers new food-security warnings for Sudan, including the risk of worsening conditions during the lean season and severe impacts on children.
Read article ↗UN warns drone attacks drive surge in civilian deaths in Sudan
Reuters reports on UN warnings that drone attacks are contributing to a surge in civilian deaths, particularly in conflict-affected areas such as Kordofan.
Read article ↗Sudan: Three years of conflict and displacement
Sudan Watch shares an IOM report on the scale of displacement since the war began, helping readers understand the long-term human impact of the conflict.
Read article ↗Sudan displacement snapshot: 9 million internally displaced people
Sudan Watch summarises IOM displacement data, including the scale of internal displacement and the impact on children and returnees.
Read article ↗Explore Sudan
Beauty, heritage and the Nile.
The Pyramids of Meroe
Sudan is widely known for having more pyramids than any other country in the world. The pyramids of Meroe are one of the most remarkable symbols of Sudan’s ancient history and beauty.
The Nile in Khartoum
A cityscape shaped by the river that carries so many memories of home.
Khartoum cityscape
Views over the capital and the Nile that reflect the beauty and energy of Sudan.
Sudanese attire
Style, identity and tradition.
A section celebrating Sudanese dress, including the elegant thob (tobe) and the traditional jalabiya, alongside the special wedding traditions that make Sudanese culture so distinctive.
The Sudanese Thob (Tobe)
The Sudanese thob is a beautiful and iconic garment often worn by women. It is known for its elegance, colour and cultural significance, and is closely associated with Sudanese hospitality and celebration.
The Jalabiya
The jalabiya is a traditional Sudanese garment often worn by men. Its loose, flowing shape makes it practical and distinctive, and it remains a strong symbol of Sudanese heritage and everyday life.
Jirtik tradition
A beautiful Sudanese wedding tradition.
Jirtik is a cherished Sudanese wedding tradition known for its striking red and gold colours, henna, jewellery and symbolic rituals celebrating love, blessing and family.
الجرتق من أجمل العادات السودانية
What is Jirtik?
The Jirtik ceremony is one of the best-known Sudanese wedding traditions. The bride often wears a rich red thob with gold adornment, while the groom sits beside her in traditional dress. Henna, perfume, jewellery and family blessings all play a special role in the ceremony.
It is a beautiful expression of Sudanese joy, identity and heritage — and a wonderful tradition to share with the Warwick community.
Arabic words of home
Sudanese warmth, written down the page.
الدار داركم
“This is your home.” A phrase of welcome and belonging.
أهلاً وسهلاً
“Welcome.” The spirit we want every student to feel.
السودان في القلب
“Sudan is in the heart.” A reminder of pride, memory and home.
What we do
Come as you are. Leave with family.
Whether you grew up in Sudan, have Sudanese roots, or simply want to learn more, our events are built around friendship, warmth and cultural pride.
📅Jabana, tea and coffee socials
🎶Sudanese culture nights
🤲Fundraising events for Sudan
🏡Freshers meetups and community check-ins
Support Sudan
Verified ways to help.
These links go to established humanitarian organisations with active Sudan appeals. Please donate through the official websites only.
UNICEF UK — Sudan Appeal
Emergency support for children and families, including healthcare, protection and relief.
Donate / learn moreBritish Red Cross — Sudan Disaster Fund
Food, water, medical help and vital emergency relief for people affected by the Sudan crisis.
Donate / learn moreSave the Children UK — Sudan Crisis
Life-saving essentials for children and families, including food, clean water and support.
Donate / learn moreIslamic Relief UK — Sudan Appeal
Food, water, shelter and emergency support for communities affected by conflict.
Donate / learn moreAction Against Hunger UK — Sudan Appeal
Nutrition, healthcare and clean water support for vulnerable communities in Sudan.
Donate / learn more
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