Exodus

Sudanese civilians who escaped the country's war are speaking out about what they endured, describing the places they fled as 'hell'. Their accounts reflect the continued exodus of families seeking safety from fighting between Sudan's rival forces, with humanitarian groups warning of one of the world's largest displacement crises.

A report highlights how west African countries are losing trained scientists, undermining science, technology, engineering and mathematics capacity in the region. Poor funding, low salaries and better opportunities abroad are pushing researchers to leave, according to the coverage. Observers warn the exodus weakens local universities, laboratories and development prospects, and are calling for stronger investment and support to keep scientific talent at home.