The Sudanese revolution continues, with predictable consequences for public health. Via Radio Dabanga: SLM-AW: 'Outbreak of disease in Jebel Marra'. Excerpt
The Sudan Liberation Movement led by Abdelwahid El Nur (SLM-AW) has reported an increase in the cases of pneumonia, diarrhoea, measles and anaemia, and incidences of miscarriage in several areas of Jebel Marra.
The rebel movement holds several areas in Jebel Marra under its control, which is the main reason why the Sudanese government does not allow access there for humanitarian aid assistance.
In a press statement, the SLM-AW said: “These diseases have led to deaths among children.
"These diseases, of which no causes have yet been identified, are increasing,” the movement claimed, expressing its concern for a larger outbreak of diseases in the rebel-hold areas.
The Sudanese government, after its decision to expel international aid organisations from Jebel Marra and Darfur, has prevented the African Union-United Nations Mission in Darfur (Unamid) and humanitarian organisations from reaching the areas under the rebels' control.
The SLM-AW said that the authorities have also prevented the entry of traders with goods into the area, “as part of their use of [shortages of, RD] food and medicines as a weapon against Sudanese citizens”.
