Why Sudanese people are losing faith in the 'government of hope'

Rather than advancing progress, recent ministerial appointments reflect a rigid adherence to the failed policies of the past.

When former UN official Kamil Idris was sworn in as Sudan’s new prime minister this spring, he became the first person to hold the position in a permanent capacity since Abdalla Hamdok resigned in January 2022 amid ongoing political turmoil. His appointment by Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan elicited a polarised response. Proponents viewed it as a potential turning point in Sudan’s democratic transition, citing Idris’s political independence, technocratic expertise, and established ties with international organisations. They argued that his non-partisan background would help in navigating Sudan’s complex transitional landscape. Sceptics, meanwhile, questioned the legitimacy of an unelected leader, arguing that his appointment - as opposed to a popular mandate - could constrain his autonomy. Critics have also pointed to the persistence of military influence, suggesting that Idris might function as a civilian proxy, with his authority circumscribed. This perspective underscores broader apprehensions about the deep involvement of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in politics - a role that contradicts the principle of a military remaining neutral in governance.

https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/why-sudanese-people-are-losing-faith-government-hope

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