Search Submit. Following the serious crisis in Sudan and the subsequent low media coverage, black celebrities on social media are following the lead of millionaire singer and global sensation Rihanna to use their platforms to spread the word about the ongoing situation in the country. Early this month, the military attacked the brave and defiant protesters killing dozens of people including women and children while many were arrested and others left injured. After her Instagram post on Monday about the Sudanese military brutality, Rihanna became the only celebrity to speak up by sharing her thoughts on social media. This attracted a lot of applause from supporters who also shared their concern about the crisis. African celebrities with huge reach such as Davido and Wizkid who are perceived as rivals in the industry also added their voices to the ongoing Sundanese crisis. Taking to his Instagram story, Wizkid reposted the very emotional post by Rihanna a day after her post which has since gone viral. Prayforsudan They need our attention!!! The fast media attention Sudan is getting from the black community comes from the fact that the issue has been somewhat neglected by major media houses who have been criticized in the past for giving African issues little spotlight. Are you serious?


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