SUDAN INSIGHT ALERT: Independent - Sudan’s power-sharing deal will crumble if the civilian-led coalition loses sight of the vision that gave them power

5/8/19: Independent – Sudan’s power-sharing deal will crumble if the civilian-led coalition loses sight of the vision that gave them power, by Ahmed Aboudouh

 The Independent’s consulting editor Ahmed Aboudouh calls for the Forces of Freedom and Change to maintain their unity and popular acceptance of their authority, “the one and only source of the legitimacy of their power,” in order to shield themselves from a potential military coup. 

 Noting that the old regime will try to maintain the “deep state,” Aboudouh calls for a united FFC, warning that their lack of discipline could result in their disintegration.

 With most leading politicians in Sudan lacking direct contact with Sudan’s economy, Aboudouh calls for the FFC leaders to conjure up a “plan B that can soothe the angry masses,” adding that a restructured legislative system and clear roadmap to reshape the identity of institutions will be necessary for any vision for a new Sudan to succeed.