Museveni expresses willingness to mediate Sudan's conflict

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has announced his readiness to mediate the ongoing conflict in Sudan, provided that both warring factions agree to his involvement. During a meeting at State House Entebbe with United Nations Envoy for Sudan, Ramtane Lamamra, Museveni reiterated his commitment to help restore peace in Sudan.

The civil war, which erupted in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has caused widespread devastation. Museveni emphasized the need to address identity politics, which he identified as a major cause of the conflict. He urged the factions to implement a ceasefire and transition power to the Sudanese people.

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The United Nations Envoy assured Museveni of the UN’s support in resolving the conflict and highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Lamamra expressed hope that a ceasefire could be reached, despite the continued flow of weapons to both sides. The meeting was also attended by senior Ugandan officials and members of the UN team.