Traders Return as Khartoum’s Afranji Market Slowly Comes Back to Life

Afranji Market in central Khartoum is gradually regaining activity after years of war, as some traders and visitors return despite lingering destruction and a shortage of services.

The return remains partial. Signs of damage are still visible, while inadequate services continue to complicate efforts to restore the market’s everyday rhythm.

For returning traders, reopening brings commerce back to a place whose identity is closely tied to the life of the capital. The presence of visitors is also helping the market recover some of its familiar character.

Afranji Market’s revival is still unfolding against the consequences of war. Yet the gradual return of people and trade is beginning to reconnect this part of central Khartoum with its past.