General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Khartoum |
| Country | Sudan |
| Currency | Sudanese pound |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.6% |
| Gdp | $115.5 billion |
| Size | 1,886,068 sq mi |
| Population | 45.9 million |
| Population density | 24.3 people per sq mi |
| Kids per female | 4.6 |
| City population | 38.8% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 25∘C |
| Summer | 40∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Arabic |
| Population able to read | 71.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 25.8% |
| Population able to speak english | 10.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 42.5 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 6.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Sudan Airways |
| Main airport | Khartoum International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $3/10km |
| Petrol | $0.60/l |
| Rental car | $30/day |
| Public transportation | $1/daypass |
| Bike rental | $2/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 15% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 10.68/MBits |
| Tld | .sd |
| Free wifi | 5/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 33% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 50% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type D, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Friday |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Souq.com |
| Supermarket | Al Madina |
| Pharmacy | Al Saha |
| Drugstore | Afrah |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | Yes, 12 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 2/10 |
| Bars | 3/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 2/10 |
| Public Parks | 5/10 |
| Swimming | 4/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ful Medames | A traditional Sudanese breakfast dish made from fava beans, tomatoes, onions, and spices | 1-2 |
| Asida | A thick porridge made from wheat flour, water, and salt | 1-2 |
| Kisra | A thin, unleavened bread made from sorghum flour | 1-2 |
| Maraq | A meat stew served with rice or bread | 2-3 |
| Shawarma | A Middle Eastern sandwich made with grilled meat, vegetables, and tahini sauce | 2-3 |
| Falafel | Deep-fried chickpea balls | 1-2 |
| Mulokhia | A soup made with jute leaves, garlic, and coriander | 2-3 |
| Umm Ali | A bread pudding made with puff pastry, milk, and nuts | 2-3 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Karkade | A hibiscus tea, typically served hot or cold | 1-2 |
| Shai | Black tea, often served with milk and sugar | 1-2 |
| Jellab | A sweet, fermented drink made from dates, carob, and grapes | 2-3 |
| Mariss | A fermented milk drink, similar to yogurt | 1-2 |
| Areki | A distilled spirit made from dates or sorghum | 3-5 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nubian pottery | Handcrafted pottery with intricate designs | $10-$50 |
| Silver jewelry | Intricate silver jewelry, often featuring traditional Sudanese motifs | $20-$100 |
| Leather goods | High-quality leather goods, such as bags, wallets, and belts | $30-$150 |
| Traditional Sudanese clothing | Colorful and vibrant traditional Sudanese clothing, such as thobes and jalabiyas | $50-$200 |
| Sudanese spices | Aromatic spices, such as cumin, coriander, and fenugreek | $5-$20 |
| Sudanese tea | Rich and flavorful Sudanese tea, often made with hibiscus or ginger | $10-$30 |
| Sudanese coffee | Strong and aromatic Sudanese coffee, often served with cardamom | $15-$40 |
| Sudanese dates | Sweet and sticky Sudanese dates, a popular snack | $5-$20 |
| Sudanese honey | Rich and flavorful Sudanese honey, often made from acacia flowers | $10-$30 |
| Sudanese baskets | Handwoven baskets made from natural materials, such as palm leaves or sisal | $20-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Independence Day | January 1 | Commemorates Sudan’s independence from the United Kingdom in 1956. |
| Revolution Day | May 25 | Commemorates the overthrow of the military dictatorship in 1969. |
| Eid al-Fitr | Variable | Marks the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan. |
| Eid al-Adha | Variable | Celebrates the sacrifice of Ibrahim. |
| Islamic New Year | Variable | Marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar. |
| Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday | Variable | Celebrates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Al-Sahafa |
| Online news | Altaghyeer.info |
| Tv | Sudan TV |
| Radio | Sudan Radio Service |