Sudan faces mounting challenges as the ongoing war continues to thwart solutions. Experts agree that the announcement of a new civilian government could mark a pivotal turning point in the country’s trajectory.
The proposed government, currently under discussion among democratic and civil forces, is seen as a potential game-changer that could delegitimize the de facto Port Sudan regime, reshape the power dynamics, and pave the way for justice and peace.
Experts emphasize that the primary mission of this government will be to strip the current “war government” of its legitimacy. This legitimacy, they argue, has undermined previous negotiation platforms, including those in Jeddah, IGAD, and the African Union, blocking efforts to end the conflict and alleviate the suffering of Sudanese citizens.
The envisioned government is expected to embody the will of the Sudanese people, striving for a democratic state founded on justice and equal citizenship.
Bridging Divides and Restoring Hope
Analysts suggest the government could act as a bridge to rebuild trust among various factions, foster national unity, and reduce tribal and regional divisions. This, they believe, would open the door to sustainable and inclusive development.
Dr. Aladdin Awad Naqd, a senior leader in the “Taqaddum” Coordination Committee, highlighted the transformative potential of the proposed government. “This initiative represents a turning point in the trajectory of the war, should it come to fruition,” he said, noting that its political framework is designed to reflect a new will for radical change.
Naqd added that one of the government’s first tasks would be to dismantle the legitimacy of the “war government” led by SAF Chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan in Port Sudan. “This false legitimacy has sabotaged negotiation platforms in Jeddah, IGAD, the African Union, and even the Geneva talks, impeding efforts to halt the war,” he said.
He accused the current regime of exploiting Sudan’s name to evade negotiation venues and withdrawing from famine classifications to avoid acknowledging the humanitarian crisis.
Naqd described this as a “grave failure,” accusing the regime of institutionalizing apartheid-like discrimination in service delivery based on tribal and ethnic lines, both within and beyond Sudan’s borders.
Rights Violations and Political Exploitation
He further criticized the de facto government for neglecting the needs of Sudanese citizens, exacerbating their suffering, and weaponizing humanitarian aid for political leverage.
Naqd also condemned the enactment of laws targeting Western Darfur and Kordofan citizens, which he said had led to widespread persecution.
On foreign policy, Naqd highlighted controversial decisions, including calls by Sudan’s foreign minister to open the Red Sea coast to foreign military bases. He argued this reflected a broader exploitation of Sudan on the global stage.
He concluded by asserting that the current government serves the interests of the Islamist movement and the defunct National Congress Party, citing the army’s facilitation of an NCP Shura Council meeting and the selection of ICC-indicted Ahmed Haroun as leader. “This demonstrates contempt for the international community and the ideals of Sudan’s December revolution,” Naqd stated.
A Civilian Government to Revive Hope
Political analyst Tayeb Al-Zain sees the anticipated government as a real chance to shift the war’s course for the better.
“If this government is formed by civilian forces representing the revolution, it will reflect the Sudanese people’s aspiration for a democratic, federal state built on equitable power and wealth sharing,” Al-Zain said.
He emphasized that the new government could bolster national unity by engaging various stakeholders in dialogue, reducing divisions, and fostering social cohesion.
“This approach will restore trust between citizens and official institutions, a crucial step toward rebuilding the state and achieving stability,” Al-Zain added.
He concluded that the formation of such a government could offer a glimmer of hope for Sudanese citizens to escape the cycle of war and divisions, paving the way for a future rooted in justice and sustainable development.
