Sudan’s Military and Protestors Sign Deal

After lengthy negotiations the ruling military council and protestors in Sudan have signed a power sharing deal.

The deal sets out a path for Sudan to establish a civilian administration. A transitional civilian-military ruling body is to replace the existing military council, which has been in place since the military overthrew former President Omar al-Bashir in April. It was facilitated by mediators from the African Union (AU) and Ethiopia, who intervened after talks between the two sides broke down.

The new council will have six civilian representatives and five military, with a general heading up the body for an initial 21-month period before a civilian is appointed to oversee the subsequent 18 months. Elections will then be held.

While the initial agreement was secured on July 5, the two sides have since ironed out various details regarding the deal ahead of its signing on Wednesday. Talks regarding a constitutional document are ongoing.