Consultations Underway to Form Sudan’s Transitional Parliament

Sources familiar with the matter have revealed that the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) is undertaking extensive moves aimed at ending the constitutional vacuum by establishing a Transitional Legislative Council.

This step comes amid political and field complexities caused by the ongoing war between the government and the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia, which has lasted for nearly three years.

Amendments made to the constitutional document last February granted wide-ranging powers to TSC President General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, including the authority to appoint and dismiss the Prime Minister, as well as increasing the number of members of the Sovereignty Council.

According to multiple sources (Sudan Tribune), the TSC leadership has entered into a series of intensive consultations with political forces supportive of the council.

The current approach appears to move beyond unilateral appointments, as the leadership seeks to secure a civilian political backing that would provide the necessary legitimacy for the upcoming council, which will be appointed by a TSC decision.

Information gathered by Sudan Tribune from military sources indicates that the proposed composition of the Transitional Legislative Council will be diverse, aimed at avoiding the political isolation currently faced by the government.

Key forces expected to participate include parties such as the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) and the National Umma Party, members of movements that have signed peace agreements, and representatives from various regions.

The appointments are also set to include technocrats and representatives from the states and civil society.