August 1, 2024 (ADDIS ABABA) – The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) is in ongoing discussions with Sudan over its frozen membership, as revealed by the IGAD Special Envoy to Sudan, Lawrence Korbandy, in an interview with Sudan Tribune. Sudan decided to freeze its membership in IGAD in January, halting its participation and dealings with the organization. Despite this, Korbandy affirmed IGAD’s commitment to resolving the Sudanese conflict due to its regional impact. The South Sudanese diplomat also highlighted the challenges posed by the multitude of peace initiatives, stating that they could disperse efforts and prolong the conflict. A recent meeting in Djibouti, attended by over 20 countries and international organizations, underscored the need for coordinated action on the Sudanese issue. In addition to addressing the political stalemate, the meeting also focused on the dire humanitarian crisis in Sudan, including the destruction of infrastructure, displacement, and asylum. Attendees discussed unifying various initiatives and fostering joint coordination between regional and international partners. However, Korbandy noted that conflicting interests hampered a joint declaration. Despite these challenges, IGAD has been actively engaged in efforts to end the war since its outbreak in April 2023. These efforts include summits in Djibouti and Uganda and …

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