Day 13 of the Military Coup
Summary of Events
It is Day 13 of #SudanBlackout: by and large, internet access is still suspended, although some reports say Sudani mobile data is accessible through VPN. SMS services are working, but phone calls remain disrupted (looping).
Resistance committees have released their schedule of activities for next week (for the full schedule, click here). As per the schedule, 'barricade night' is in full swing tonight, with citizens barricading streets and roads across the country.
According to Reuters, the latest update on negotiations is that they are in 'semi-deadlock': things are not going well, and restrictions on Hamdok seem to be tightening (he is reportedly limited from "holding meetings or making political contacts").
The Sudanese Professionals Association (SPA) released a political declaration, which suggests:
formation of a new transitional govt
dissolution of the constitutional agreement
selection of a new figure to assume the role of Prime Minister and appoint a new cabinet
The statement proved controversial, with many reactions (online) rejecting it, and questioning the need for it at this time. Others suggested the statement was counterproductive because it implies a divide in the people’s demands.
In the meantime, citizens across Khartoum (and the country? Can't be sure, because of #SudanBlackout) are holding public forums to educate the public on the current situation and how to continue nonviolent resistance to defeat the coup powers. Next week's resistance activities - which include daily barricading and a civil disobedience on Sunday and Monday - are leading up to another 'millions march' on Saturday, November 13.
You can also view the daily wrap up (along with an in-depth discussion) in video format here.
Further Reading
Negotiations over Sudan coup reach “semi-deadlock” - read the Reuters article here.
South Sudanese delegation steps in to mediate through the crisis in Sudan - read the article here.
The Human Rights Council appointed an expert to investigate abuses in Sudan since the coup - read The New York Times report here.
Sudan activists announce strikes, reject power-sharing with army - read the article here.