Drone Strikes Threaten Sudan’s Power Grid Collapse

Drone strikes recently hit power substations in two northern Sudanese towns, Al-Dabbah and Abu Hamad. These attacks have disrupted electricity supply in areas controlled by the Sudanese army.

The government and a human rights group have blamed the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces for these repeated assaults on the electrical infrastructure. The strikes have been ongoing for about a week.

Such continued damage to the power grid risks a collapse of Sudan’s electricity system. This could lead to widespread blackouts, worsening the situation amid the current conflict.

The attacks highlight the vulnerability of critical infrastructure during armed conflicts and raise concerns about the humanitarian impact on civilians who rely on electricity for daily life.