Sudan’s ruling military and the pro-democracy civilian movement have signed a political document which is part of a power sharing deal meant to end the country’s deadlock after weeks of stalled talks. The signing comes months of street protests and violence after the ousting of former dictator Omar al-Bashir. The second agreement will cover issues including the powers of the joint civilian-military ruling body, the deployment of security forces and immunity for generals over protest-related violence. The 17 July "Political Declaration" provides for the establishment of the joint civilian-military transitional ruling body that would install an overall civilian administration.
That governing body will include six civilians and five generals. It will then oversee the formation of a transitional civilian government and parliament to govern for 39 months, after which elections will be held.
1. Sabir Ebrahim, Representative of the Sudan Liberation Movement in South Africa.
2. Jok Moduk Jok , Director SUDD Institute.
3. Dr Mustafa Mheta, Head: Africa Desk Media Review Network.
