Sudan’s RSF accused of ‘sickening’ sexual violence on women, girls: Report

Members of Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been subjecting women and girls to “horrific” sexual violence and gang rape, as part of their strategy in the country’s civil war, according to Amnesty International, a global rights group.
In a 30-page report published on Thursday, Amnesty accused the RSF of inflicting “widespread sexual violence … to humiliate, assert control and displace communities across the country”.
Freddie Carver of ODI Global says such violence reflects deep-rooted power dynamics in Sudan’s civil conflict.
He notes sexual violence is used to dominate communities, with women often targeted due to their central social role.
Both RSF and Sudanese armed forces are implicated in these atrocities.
Carver stresses a victim-led response and addressing the root causes of the conflict.
He urges international efforts to prioritise civilian protection and peacebuilding.
An upcoming UK conference marks two years since the war began.
Empowering women and communities is key to Sudan’s long-term recovery.

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