Saturday, May 22, 2021



A revolutionary icon: Meeting the Sudanese activist whose image went viral

Issued on: 21/05/2021
 
THE 51 PERCENT © FRANCE 24
|Claire HOPES|Anthony SAINT-LÉGER

In the last two years, the world has watched the African nation of Sudan begin its journey towards democracy. Yet transitioning from authoritarian rule to democracy inevitably has had its difficulties with many in the country, especially women's activists, fearing that progress is far too slow. In April 2019, Alaa Salah gained internet fame after images of her leading protest chants against then-President Omar al-Bashir went viral. The young architectural-engineering student was dubbed 'The Nubian Queen' at the time.

Now a committed human rights' activist, Alaa Salah talks to Annette Young about her frustrations over the lack of progress in boosting the role of women in the African nation.


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