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flag Atbara’s "Made in River Nile" fair showcased 2,000 local products, signaling industrial revival in war-affected Sudan.

flag Atbara, a stable city in Sudan’s River Nile State, hosted the "Made in River Nile" exhibition on January 27, 2026, featuring over 2,000 locally produced goods from 320 factories, including textiles, food, metal tools, and processed grains. flag The event highlighted efforts to revive Sudan’s industrial sector amid ongoing conflict, with the state cutting factory fees by 30% to attract investment. flag Despite war-related destruction, sanctions, and supply shortages, local manufacturers report some products now compete with imports and enter regional markets. flag Mineral samples were also displayed, signaling future industrial potential. flag Visitors praised the quality of goods amid rising prices, as officials stress rebuilding Sudan’s economy, once contributing 12% to national output and employing nearly 20% of workers, with losses exceeding $50 billion since 2023.

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