Arabic Press Headlines Friday, January 16, 2026
* Al-Burhan pledges full support for health and epidemic control and commends the efforts of the White Army (medical personnel).
* Head of the Transitional Sovereignty Council meets with the International President of Doctors Without Borders.
* President Al-Burhan visits the graves of the martyrs of the Battle of Karama, offering his condolences.
* Sovereignty Council member Lieutenant General Ibrahim Jaber inspects the Al-Hilal and Al-Merreikh stadiums in Omdurman and affirms that sports are a pillar of the country’s stability.
* Sovereignty Council member Dr. Nuwara directs the activation of the principle of social responsibility within the Sea Ports Corporation.
* Sovereignty Council member Dr. Nuwara Abu Mohammed meets with a delegation from the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation visiting the country.
* Prime Minister directs the allocation of a dedicated window for teachers in public service centers and hospitals, and pledges to address the entitlements of teachers in Khartoum State and the other states.
* Prime Minister affirms the government’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with regional and international organizations.
* Prime Minister Dr. Kamil Idris visits the city of Butri in Gezira State.
* Prime Minister met with the Governor of Khartoum State, affirming the government’s commitment to dedicating all its efforts to accelerating the recovery of Khartoum State.
* Minister of Justice reviewed the progress of work at the Legal Administration in Kassala State.
* Ministry of Youth and Sports held a preparatory meeting for the first conference on youth issues in the River Nile State.
* Minister of Minerals discussed with the World Bank the financing of infrastructure projects and support for the mining sector.
* Minister of Minerals and his Saudi counterpart discussed a strategic partnership to develop the mining sector.
* Minister of Education affirmed his support for the ministry’s affiliated units and pledged to overcome the obstacles they face.
* Undersecretary of the Ministry of Animal Resources inaugurated the first export of Sudanese livestock.
* Permanent Representative in Geneva conveyed the greetings of His Excellency the Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council to the Swiss President.
* SSMO warned against contaminated infant formula products and confirmed that they did not enter the country through official ports.
* Director of the Dinder National Park forces reviewed the progress of preparations for the summer season and the launch of the 2026-2027 tourist season.
* Sudanese Embassy in Austria organized a seminar on the latest developments in Sudan and the challenges facing the recovery and reconstruction phase.
* On the sidelines of the International Mining Conference, the Sudanese delegation met with the Sudanese community and national experts in Riyadh.
* King Salman Center established 15 modern water stations in areas of extreme need in the Northern State.
* 13.9 million people benefited from the Kuwaiti Patients’ Relief Fund programs during 2025, despite the challenges.
* Governor of Gezira announced his government’s continued support for the war effort.
* Governor of Khartoum stated that providing health services is a fundamental right of the citizen.
* Khartoum Security Committee affirmed its support for efforts to combat drugs and commended the results of the cordons and the control of the foreign presence.
* Khartoum Health launched the examinations for the 30th cohort of environmental and public health inspectors in the state.
* The transfer and burial of the remains of martyrs of the Battle of Karama in Khartoum continued.
* Governor of West Kordofan directed the infrastructure authorities to continue preparing reconstruction plans for the state following its liberation from the militias.
* Governor of River Nile State commends the initiative of the Dar Mali Mills Market for their support of displaced persons in the Al-Nahda camp in Atbara.
* River Nile State begins preparing new investment plans to attract more investments.
* Governor of Northern State receives the High Commissioner for Human Rights.
* Governor of Red Sea State receives a joint Turkish-Sudanese delegation to implement development and humanitarian projects in the state.
* Work begins at the vascular surgery camp in Port Sudan.
* Director of Infrastructure in Sennar inspects the progress of work on the Sinja water network.
* Executive Council of Damazin launches the distribution of the mock exam for the intermediate certificate.
* Online banking transfer service resumes.
* Giad returns to Khartoum with a strong presence and announces the launch of the first electric vehicle project in Sudan.
* Premier League: Al-Ahli Madani defeats Hilal Al-Manaqil 1-0, achieving a perfect score of 9 points from three matches.
* Today’s weather: A slight rise in temperatures is expected in the northern state, but the weather will remain mild during the day and cool to very cold at night, and cold at night in the rest of the country.