Sudan paramilitary leaders acquired £17.7m property portfolio in Dubai, investigation reveals
An investigation has revealed that leaders of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have acquired a £17.7 million property portfolio in Dubai, including luxury properties in the Burj Khalifa. The RSF, accused of genocide, reportedly uses the UAE as a safe haven for their wealth and family members. The findings highlight the RSF's connections to gold smuggling and the support they receive from the UAE.
- ▪The RSF leadership has amassed over 20 luxury properties in Dubai worth £17.7 million.
- ▪The UAE is considered a safe haven for the RSF leadership's family and wealth, much of which is believed to come from gold smuggling.
- ▪The investigation indicates that the Dagalo family has found refuge for its wealth in the Emirates, with properties linked to individuals under sanctions.
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Analysis of leaked real estate records revealed more than 20 luxury properties in the portfolio, including one in the Burj Khalifa skyscraper. Photograph: Abdel Hadi Ramahi/ReutersView image in fullscreenAnalysis of leaked real estate records revealed more than 20 luxury properties in the portfolio, including one in the Burj Khalifa skyscraper. Photograph: Abdel Hadi Ramahi/ReutersGlobal developmentSudan paramilitary leaders acquired £17.7m property portfolio in Dubai, investigation revealsThe RSF leadership, accused of committing genocide, used UAE as a ‘safe haven’ for family members and their wealth, records showSupported byAbout this contentMark TownsendTue 28 Apr 2026 00.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 12.14 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA network linked to the…
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