• Young Sudanese turn to art and music to cope with the pain of violence and a deteriorating economy. All photos: Reuters
    Young Sudanese turn to art and music to cope with the pain of violence and a deteriorating economy. All photos: Reuters
  • Sudan has witnessed a military coup and worsening economic conditions.
    Sudan has witnessed a military coup and worsening economic conditions.
  • For the young, music is a way to overcome pain and spread cheer.
    For the young, music is a way to overcome pain and spread cheer.
  • Nearly 95 protesters have died since an October 25 military coup, according to medics aligned with the protest movement.
    Nearly 95 protesters have died since an October 25 military coup, according to medics aligned with the protest movement.
  • Many young Sudanese activists are struggling to stay upbeat among challenging times.
    Many young Sudanese activists are struggling to stay upbeat among challenging times.
  • Engaging in art-based activities is one way activists can bring about political change and spread their message.
    Engaging in art-based activities is one way activists can bring about political change and spread their message.
  • At a primary school in Sudan's capital Omdurman, Ghassan Baloula is working on a mural.
    At a primary school in Sudan's capital Omdurman, Ghassan Baloula is working on a mural.
  • Ghassan says the school will help teach future generations about past struggles.
    Ghassan says the school will help teach future generations about past struggles.

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Young Sudanese turn to music and art to overcome pain

Activists draw on past struggles to build hope and bring about change

The National

May 12, 2022

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Updated: May 12, 2022, 10:26 AM
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