Thousands gathered in El-Daein, the capital of East Darfur state, on Tuesday to celebrate the signing of a foundational charter aimed at establishing a civilian government.
The event, organized by political and community leaders, reflects ongoing efforts to bolster civilian rule in the region amid Sudan’s deepening political crisis.
Among the keynote speakers was Mahmoud Moussa Madibo, chief of the Rizeigat tribe, who voiced strong support for the charter signed in Nairobi, Kenya. He called for the swift formation of the civilian government and urged immediate action to bring it to fruition.
“The people of East Darfur have made a decisive choice about their future,” Madibo said, emphasizing that the final decision must rest with the citizens. His remarks underscored growing calls for greater political and economic autonomy in the region.
The signing of the charter, which took place on Saturday, involved the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied political groups, including the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North, the Sudan Liberation Movement-Transitional Council, and the Sudan Liberation Forces Alliance. The agreement outlines plans to end the war, ensure civilian protection, and restore the democratic transition.
Meanwhile, the Sudan Founding Coalition, known as ‘Tasees,’ has postponed the announcement of a transitional constitution that would pave the way for the new government. The delay, originally scheduled for Monday in Nairobi, is intended to allow further consultations with stakeholders and a review of the text.
The prospect of a civilian government emerging in RSF-controlled areas has raised fears of Sudan’s potential fragmentation. Critics point to growing divisions, including the SAF-led administration’s recent moves to change currency and conduct national exams exclusively in SAF-held territories, as signs of escalating polarization.
