North Kordofan capital faces thirst and soaring prices amid accusations of official neglect

Residents of El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, are facing a worsening drinking water crisis and soaring food prices, amid accusations that officials have failed to address the shortages while imposing heavy taxes and fees on goods entering the city. The price of a jerrycan of water has risen to SDG 1,000, while a…