This book explores the complex relationship between Islam and politics in contemporary Sudan, focusing on the rise of Islamic movements and their impact on the state, society, and governance. Abdel Salam Sidahmed examines the historical roots of Islamic political thought in Sudan, tracing the development of Islamist ideologies and their growing influence on national politics, particularly from …
This study examines the domed tombs of Eastern Sudan, focusing on their functional, cultural, and psychological significance within local communities. Salah Omer As-Sadig explores the architectural characteristics of these tombs, their symbolic forms, and their roles in the social and spiritual life of the region. The book traces the historical development of tomb construction in Eastern Sudan …
This book examines the political history of Southern Sudan after Sudan’s independence in 1956, focusing on the repeated failure of agreements intended to resolve the North–South conflict. Written by Abel Alier, one of the region’s key political figures, the work provides a detailed account of negotiations, peace accords, and constitutional arrangements that were signed but later dishonour…
This book provides an overview of the political, economic, and administrative developments in Sudan during the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium (1899–1952). Written by J. S. R. Duncan, it highlights the achievements of the colonial administration in establishing modern governmental institutions, improving infrastructure, and promoting economic growth. The author examines reforms in public health, e…
This book presents a comprehensive historical and analytical account of the city of Khartoum, examining its emergence, growth, and transformation into a unique “ametropolis.” Dr. Abdel Aziz Khalid traces the origins of Khartoum from its early settlement stages through its development during the Turco-Egyptian administration, the Mahdist period, and the Anglo-Egyptian era. The study explores…
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the political and constitutional development of Sudan during the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium period (1899–1956). Muddathir ‘Abd al-Rahīm examines how imperial policies shaped Sudan’s administrative structure, social relations, and emerging political movements. The study investigates the dynamics between British and Egyptian authorities, the e…
This book is a detailed historical study of the cultural, political, and demographic impact of Arab migration into Sudan from the seventh to the early sixteenth century. Yusuf Fadl Hasan examines the earliest contacts between Arab groups and the Sudanese population, tracing how trade, intermarriage, and religious influence gradually shaped Sudanese society. The work explores the Islamization an…
This book provides a historical and analytical account of the roots of the conflict between Southern and Northern Sudan. Mohamed Omer Beshir traces the origins of regional inequality to the Anglo-Egyptian colonial administration, exploring how policies in education, governance, and economic development created structural imbalances that shaped later political tensions. The study analyzes the ri…
This book is an anthropological study of Buurri Al Lamaab, a suburban village located near Khartoum in Sudan. Harold B. Barclay documents the social organization, economic life, cultural practices, and community structure of the village during the mid-twentieth century. Drawing on extensive fieldwork, Barclay examines kinship networks, household organization, gender roles, leadership patterns, …
This book provides a detailed historical account of the Mahdīya, the Islamic revivalist movement led by Muhammad Ahmad al-Mahdi in Sudan between 1881 and 1899. A. B. Theobald examines the origins, development, and consequences of the Mahdist state, analyzing its political, military, and religious foundations. The study explores the decline of Turco-Egyptian rule, the rise of nationalist sentim…