SUDAN INSIGHT ALERT: Economist - Compromise in Khartoum: A power sharing deal in Sudan paves the way for civilian rule
The Economist examine worries about Sudan’s democratic transition – citing the military’s continued power and Sudan’s divided opposition.
The Economist state that the military will control the defence and interior ministries, “which have large budgets and were responsible for past abuses.”
In addition, the generals - who allegedly bought off opponents - worry that reform will lead to accountability.
The Economist cite Himedti’s leadership of the Rapid Support Forces that “led [the June 3 massacre]” to argue that his appointment to the sovereign council is “particularly worrying.”
On Sudanese rebels’ rejection of the power-sharing agreement, the International Crisis Group said: “given the junta’s desire to divide and rule, the civilian opposition cannot afford to be seen as excluding the rebels from the transition.”
The Economist note that some opposition factions rejected the agreement due to the failure to hold the military accountable for past violence.