Sudan's Cultural Heritage at Risk: Conflict Impact and Preservation Efforts
Speaker at Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (UChicago)
An assessment of the profound impact of ongoing conflict on Sudan's rich archaeological heritage, examining preservation challenges and current initiatives.
Caught in a war that has ravaged its land, killed and displaced its population, Sudan has for several years been experiencing a crisis of unprecedented scale. Endowed with a rich heritage that has been the focus of extensive international cooperation, the country faces numerous challenges in preserving the remains of its ancient past, safeguarding its collections and restoring an academic network that has been profoundly shaken. This presentation will revisit the origins of the conflict and assess its impact on the country’s archaeological heritage, before providing an overview of the current situation and of some initiatives undertaken in the field.