April 27, 2025
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Sudan’s new community squad sparks fears of a return to ‘morality policing’

Sudan’s new community squad sparks fears of a return to ‘morality policing’

Fears the unit will enforce public order laws limiting women’s rights and freedoms amid crackdown since military coup

Human rights campaigners in Sudan fear the launch of a new police squad will herald the return of “morality policing” in the country.

The government has announced the creation of the community police unit to “reaffirm the relationships between people and the police” and ensure security.

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