HISTORIC TIMELINE
1899Anglo-Egyptian Condominium
Under British pressure, Egypt agreed to share sovereignty over Sudan with the UK.
1952Egyptian Revolution
The revolution toppled the monarchy and demanded withdrawal of British forces from Egypt and Sudan.
1956Sudanese Independence
On January 1, Sudan was declared an independent state.
2011Independence of South Sudan
The conflict and negotiations led to the independence of South Sudan from Sudan.
2018Protests Against Bashir
Nationwide protests erupted demanding the resignation of President Omar al-Bashir.
2019Coup d'état Against Bashir
On April 11, the military ousted and imprisoned President Omar al-Bashir.
2020End of Sharia Law
Sudan transitioned from applying Sharia law to becoming a secular state.
2023Third Civil War
Sudan entered a third civil war between the SAF and the RSF.