A typical wedding in Sudan has thousands of guests, and the celebration may continue for several long nights in some parts of the country.

But the coronavirus pandemic has put a stop to large gatherings, disrupting our plans for a March wedding.

Smaller gatherings

Since the pandemic began, some of my friends have held small weddings and complied with all the health recommendations for social distancing.

As a result, the government is considering a new law that would prohibit the use of large halls for wedding celebrations for one year.

COVID-19 has not only altered our daily lives; it may also force us to change our traditions, including my wedding.