The African Union affirmed its commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and unity, expressing solidarity with the Sudanese people in their legitimate pursuit of peace, security, stability, development, democratic governance, and a consensual resolution to the crisis.
In a press statement, the AU voiced deep concern over the ongoing conflict in Sudan and its devastating impact on lives, infrastructure, and the economy—especially the famine in El Fasher—calling for the immediate lifting of the siege imposed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The Union urged all humanitarian organizations to deliver aid promptly and safely, calling on the warring parties to guarantee unimpeded access. It also requested the AU Commission and its sub-committee to provide immediate support to Sudanese citizens.
Reiterating that a military solution is unsustainable, the AU called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire as a precursor to political dialogue. It strongly condemned the declaration of a “parallel government” formed by the Sudanese Establishment Alliance led by the RSF.
The AU called on member states and the international community not to recognize any parallel government or attempts to partition Sudan. It reaffirmed support for a democratic civilian transitional process and urged the inclusion of all Sudanese components.
Welcoming the appointment of Dr. Kamil Talib Idris as Prime Minister and the formation of the civilian government, the AU called on the international community to support them, praising the roadmap presented by the Transitional Sovereignty Council Chairman on February 8, 2025, and urged its full implementation.
The AU called for the resumption of inclusive Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue in a spirit of national reconciliation. It commended the efforts of the summit committee chaired by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and the expanded mechanism supporting the political solution, as well as the work of the AU Commission—particularly the high-level committee—and urged continued coordination with IGAD and neighboring countries.
The Union expressed appreciation to Sudan’s neighbors for hosting millions of refugees and confirmed ongoing cooperation with IGAD, neighboring states, the Arab League, and the United Nations to achieve a lasting solution.
It condemned what it described as external interference in the Sudanese conflict, directing the sanctions sub-committee, the intelligence and security committee, and the African Police mechanism to identify responsible parties and propose measures.
Expressing concern over the multiplicity of peace initiatives, the AU called for a unifying meeting led by the African Union and IGAD to consolidate peace efforts. It instructed the AU Commission to conduct an urgent field visit to Sudan (Khartoum/Port Sudan) to monitor the transitional process.
The AU emphasized respect for its normative frameworks, including the Constitutive Act, the Democracy Charter, the Lome Declaration, and the Council Protocol, renewing its commitment to accompany the Sudanese people towards lasting peace and democratic transformation.
Finally, the African Union called for the expedited reopening of its office in Port Sudan with a reduced staff.
