Joint Statement by the Darfur Bar Association and the Eastern Sudan Civil Forces Alliance express full support for local and international peace efforts
Kampala,Uganda: Gafar Alsabki
Joint Statement
Adelegation representing the leadership of the Eastern Sudan Civil Forces Alliance, and the Darfur Bar Association convened in Kampala, Uganda, for an extensive dialogue. Through this discussion, both parties reached consensus on the following key points:Condemnation of the War and Support for Peace InitiativesBoth parties unequivocally condemn the ongoing war, its participants, and those fuelling its continuation. They express full support for local and international peace efforts aimed at establishing a new Sudanese state founded on principles that rectify historical injustices and fulfil the legitimate aspirations of the Sudanese people for freedom, peace, justice, and dignity.Commitment to Sudan’s UnityEmphasizing the need to preserve Sudan’s unity, the two parties commit to working together against disintegration, social division, and the spread of hate speech.Support for Humanitarian Relief EffortsThe statement commends and supports local and international humanitarian initiatives. A joint working group will be established to monitor and address the worsening humanitarian crisis across Sudan, where famine conditions are spreading.Protection of Civil and Human RightsThe parties pledge to work jointly to protect the civil, political, social, economic, and cultural rights of all Sudanese. They commit to exposing and confronting escalating violations caused by the war, holding perpetrators accountable, and preventing impunity for crimes such as genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. This is vital to restoring the dignity of the Sudanese people, which has been undermined by the current conflict and the previous Salvation regime.Addressing the Challenges in Eastern SudanThe parties will collaborate to develop a unified approach among all democratic civil forces to address issues in Eastern Sudan. This includes promoting social peace, combating the systematic exploitation of the region’s resources, curbing arms and human smuggling, and resisting harmful foreign interventions and occupation. Such efforts are critical to ensuring the stability and security of the region, which has become a refuge and transit point for millions fleeing the war. Strengthening Relations between Darfur and Eastern SudanBoth parties encourage initiatives that foster the historical ties between the people of Darfur and Eastern Sudan. They recognize the important role played by the large Darfuri community in the East, who have made significant contributions to the region’s development.Opposition to Recruitment for Proxy WarsThe parties will actively oppose the efforts of certain armed groups that have used Eastern Sudan as a base to recruit young people from Darfur to fuel the ongoing conflict. They call for similar opposition across all regions of Sudan, ensuring that no Sudanese people are exploited as pawns in proxy wars or instigators of division.
