The Sudanese Journalists Syndicate has been awarded UNESCO’s World Press Freedom Prize in recognition of the courage and resilience of Sudanese journalists working amid the country’s ongoing conflict. Since fighting broke out in 2023, the Syndicate has documented 32 journalist deaths, 556 violations against media workers, and the closure of numerous newspapers and radio stations, making Sudan one of the most dangerous places in the world to practice journalism. UNESCO praised Sudanese journalists for continuing to provide accurate, lifesaving information despite violence, arrests, destroyed media infrastructure, and widespread telecommunications blackouts. The award was announced ahead of World Press Freedom Day and highlights the critical role of independent journalism in defending truth, accountability, and democratic values during times of war.