Afro-Arab Youth Council calls for peace in Sudan.

We were saddened by the news of Fierce fighting across Sudan between a paramilitary group and the country’s army. Reports on 16th April 2023 showed that Clashes were witnessed around the army headquarters and presidential palace in capital Khartoum which involved heavy weapons and gun fire.

By day 3, over 400 civilians had been killed and 1800 wounded in the ensuring Violence between the army and a paramilitary group.

We strongly condemn the Orchestration of violence as a means of dealing with political problems. We extend our condolences to the families of those who have lost their lives arising from these reckless clashes.

The situation in Sudan is of great concern to the Afro Arab Youth Council. The country has been facing a protracted conflict that has resulted in countless deaths, displacement, and suffering. We urge all parties involved to exercise restraint and engage in peaceful dialogue to find a lasting solution to the crisis.

We call upon the African Union, Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and other regional organisations to exercise their mandate and prevail over the warring parties to stop the killing of innocent civilians. There should be immediate cessation of fighting and Constructive dialogue sought to deal with the political problems.