He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan

Published: 11/4/2025
He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan
Sudan Warlord Hemedti, once a camel trader, now controls half of Sudan through his paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Hemedti's rise to power in the Darfur region was marked by violence and atrocities committed by the Janjaweed militia, which he commanded. Despite international outrage and accusations of genocide, Hemedti has garnered support from countries like the UAE, forming alliances and expanding his military and political influence in Sudan. Hemedti's control of territory, wealth, and armed forces signifies a turbulent power struggle in Sudan as he aims to solidify his rule.