Is North Africa About to Get a New Country?

Use my code GK25 for 25% off at Gentlebands HERE: https://bit.ly/3KH0tHR For centuries, Darfur was not just a region, it was its own country. An independent sultanate with its own rulers (a long dynasty), trade routes, diplomacy, and capital. Today, it’s one of the most violent regions on Earth. But Sudan’s civil war may be changing that. As Sudan collapses into a West-East divide and armed groups carve out territory, Darfur finds itself once again separated from the centre. In this video, we explore Darfur’s forgotten history, from its medieval kingdoms and powerful sultans to colonial conquest and modern war. And ask whether Darfur could realistically become an independent country, despite the fact they would be ruled by those who are against the locals. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The Sultanate of Darfur 00:22 Darfur today 02:56 Etymology 04:05 The Daju kingdom 05:33 Creation of the Sultanate 07:15 Gentlebands 09:12 Arrival of Islam 10:17 Golden Age of the Sultanate 12:28 The decline of the Sultanate 13:30 Egyptian & British conquest 15.18 Darfur's potential independence today 19:58 Neighboring countries' opinions 25:36 Potential flag? Become a member on Patreon & get your name in the credits + exclusive content! https://www.patreon.com/generalknowledge