IGAD has convened a Forum of Special Envoys in Addis Ababa to strengthen coordination in the Sudan peace process. The meeting focused on harmonizing mediation efforts, establishing a collaborative framework, and prioritizing key areas such as accountability and humanitarian support. IGAD remains dedicated to facilitating a peace process that reflects the aspirations of the Sudanese people.
On March 18, 2025, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) took significant steps to enhance the peace process in Sudan by hosting the Forum of Special Envoys in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This meeting aimed to unify mediation efforts by engaging regional and international representatives to create a Sudanese-owned resolution to the ongoing conflict.
Led by IGAD Executive Secretary H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, the high-level meeting gathered special envoys and key stakeholders to align their mediation strategies. A structured framework was established to guide collaboration among these envoys, ensuring support for the Sudanese populace in achieving sustainable peace.
Dr. Gebeyehu emphasized the mediators’ role in ensuring that Sudanese voices are amplified throughout the peace process. He stated, “Our role as mediators is to facilitate a process that ensures the voices of Sudanese people are heard and their aspirations for peace are realised.”
The Forum identified five main priorities: enhancing coordination among envoys, creating an implementation roadmap for the Jeddah Declaration, engaging with civil society, aligning accountability efforts, and improving humanitarian diplomacy for affected populations. The need for ongoing dialogue and long-term strategies in the peace process was also highlighted.
IGAD remains committed to diplomatic solutions that reflect the sovereignty and aspirations of the Sudanese people, aiming for an inclusive and lasting resolution to the conflict. Moving forward, IGAD and its partners will refine their strategies based on the collaborative outcomes of this forum, driving progress toward peace in Sudan.
The IGAD Forum of Special Envoys signifies a pivotal moment in the consolidation of mediation efforts for Sudan’s peace process. By establishing a structured framework for cooperation and identifying key priorities, the forum aims to ensure a comprehensive and unified approach to resolving the conflict. IGAD’s ongoing commitment to supporting Sudan emphasizes the importance of inclusive dialogue and sustained engagement in achieving lasting peace.
Original Source: igad.int
