Name
Fractured Heritage: A Eulogy for Sudan
Description
Within the digital tapestry of "Human Trafficker [WANTED]," a narrative as intricate as the glitched ASCII pixelated format itself begins to unfold. Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, his eyes censored to align with the criminal image ingrained in the collective consciousness, takes centre stage in this haunting portrayal of corruption, conflict, and scarlet alliances.
Zeros cascade in a downward loop, a pixelated rain symbolising Daglo's escalating wealth over recent years. The symbolism runs deep, reflecting the moral decay that accompanies his rise. Among the chaotic pixels, symbols emerge, each a damning revelation embedded in the digital fabric.
Five concealed nude models stand as silent witnesses, representative of the tragic victims ensnared in the web of human trafficking. Geographical markers echo the threatened regions of Sudan, torn apart not only by external conflict but also by the internal rot of corruption. A border sign, adorned with the letters "RSF," is a bitter irony, mocking the organisation ostensibly responsible for combating human trafficking while being led by the very criminals perpetrating it.
Spherical and plain texts, in both Arabic and English, emerge from the glitched canvas, pointing accusatory fingers at auction, human trafficking, and war crimes. Each word becomes a call to justice, demanding attention to the crimes that stain the legacy of those entrusted with power. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, once Daglo's partner, emerges as a corrupted general in his own right, complicit in the atrocities that now pit them against each other.
Daglo's AI-generated portrait, with censored eyes, takes on an eerie quality, symbolising the veiled justice that shrouds his actions. The pervasive use of red as the main component in the artwork further exposes Daglo's affiliations with Putin and the Russian mercenaries Wagner Group. The scarlet hue becomes a chilling reminder of the sinister alliances that cast shadows over the geopolitical landscape.
"HUMAN TRAFFICKER [WANTED]" is not just an artwork; it is a damning indictment of choices made by Mohamed Hamdan Daglo. The glitched canvas, with its symbols and veiled eyes, serves as a powerful call for justice in the face of war criminals exploiting power for personal gain while also shedding light on the scarlet threads that weave a web of alliances sustaining their reign of terror.