Launch of 'SUDAN Magazine' to Showcase Sudan's Rich Daily Life

Overview The certified NPO Rocinantes (based in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka; Representative: Naoyuki Kawahara) has opened a web magazine titled 'SUDAN Magazine' (URL: https://www.rocinantes.org/sudan) featuring Sudan.

Purpose of the Site Since the military conflict erupted in the capital, Khartoum, in April 2023, Sudan has been embroiled in civil war. This site aims to convey the charms of Sudan beyond just the 'hardships,' introducing its culture, customs, and the daily lives of its people. It delivers stories of daily life unimaginable from Japan, such as 'fragrance culture applied without lotion' and 'food culture gathered around a 1.5m diameter platter.'

20th Anniversary and Thoughts on Sudan Rocinantes, established in 2006, celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2026. As Sudan, the site of its first activities, is in the midst of civil war, the organization chose not to celebrate with a simple 'congratulations,' but rather to create an opportunity to get to know Sudan better. It embodies the wish for people to encounter a Sudan that goes far beyond expectations—neither just 'pitiable' nor a 'distant story.'

Comment from Representative Naoyuki Kawahara I have been involved with Sudan for over 20 years. While the current civil war is a harsh situation, the strength and warmth of the local people remain unchanged. Through this site, I want people to first know Sudan—its country, its people, and its culture. I believe that knowing leads to liking, and liking leads to support.