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Republican Congressman Jim Baird has introduced the Sudan IMPACT Act, a bill seeking to establish a US-Sudan partnership in agriculture and mineral resources, subject to measurable improvements in civilian protection, political stability and legitimate civilian-led governance.
Chad and France are rebuilding bilateral relations following their 2024 defence rupture, with a new declaration on military capabilities signed during President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno's meeting with Emmanuel Macron in Paris.
Amgad Fareid Eltayeb, political adviser to Sudan's Sovereignty Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has defended the government's investigation into deadly border strikes and called for relations with Egypt to be protected without compromising accountability.
Sudanese Sovereignty Council adviser Amgad Fareid Eltayeb has condemned deadly airstrikes against gold miners near the Egyptian border, warning that alleged border violations cannot justify the use of air power against civilians.
Sudan's Sovereignty Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan received Türkiye's new ambassador in Khartoum, where Ankara emphasized its commitment to Sudan's national unity, humanitarian assistance and continued government cooperation.
Eritrea has urged the United Nations Security Council to take action against what it describes as Ethiopia's growing military threat, warning that further escalation could plunge the Horn of Africa into a wider conflict. Foreign Minister Osman Saleh accused Addis Ababa of using its military campaign in northern Ethiopia as part of a broader strategy directed against Eritrean sovereignty.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has inaugurated the country's first major precious metals refinery in Addis Ababa. Located in the Bole Lemi Special Economic Zone, the facility is designed to process more than 600 tonnes of precious metals annually at full capacity, with the government estimating the potential annual value of processed metals at approximately $80 billion.
Turkiye's Ambassador to South Sudan, Metin Ergin, met caretaker Interior Minister Rizik Zakaria Hassan to discuss police training and bilateral security cooperation ahead of the country's planned December 2026 general elections. Visa facilitation and opportunities for expanding commercial relations were also on the agenda.
Chad is targeting the end of October 2026 for the commissioning of a 35 MW solar power plant designed to strengthen electricity supplies to N'Djamena. The World Bank-financed project also includes a 60 MWh battery energy storage system.
Fourteen people held during intercommunal tensions in northern Chad's Tibesti region have been released following negotiations involving senior government officials and traditional leaders. Authorities said investigations into a related killing remain ongoing.
Sudan's Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Ahmed Madoui Mousa, held talks with officials from Japan's Tottori University on expanding academic cooperation, including joint projects in medicine, veterinary science and engineering.
Sudan's Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, Professor Ismat Qureshi, announced an agreement with Saudi Arabia's Al Rajhi Group to resume agricultural activities in Sudan, marking a new step in efforts to strengthen agricultural production and international investment partnerships.
Council members unanimously adopted Resolution 2830, renewing the sanctions regime and its monitoring mechanism.
Sudan’s Sovereignty Council chairman and army commander inspected military units in Khashm el-Girba and received a briefing on their readiness and responsibilities.
Federal and state officials discussed livestock production, export standards and plans to develop meat and dairy industries in North Kordofan.
A voluntary return committee says transport arrangements are ready for public employees, while separate plans cover students and passengers requiring assistance.
Khartoum reiterated its commitment to the Chemical Weapons Convention at talks in The Hague.
The Council of Churches urged civilian protection and safe, unhindered humanitarian access.
The university in Chad’s Lac province has received two new buses to ease access to campus, while its leadership says more student facilities are still needed.
World Sight Day discussions focused on early diagnosis and expanding services beyond central facilities.
The Seoul summit also launched negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement.
Ministers met in Madrid to review investment, farm technology and agricultural cooperatives.
The government includes 22 ministers and Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh.
A government-allied commander and ACLED reported cross-border deployments and suspected drone attacks.
UNSMIL highlighted institution-building, urgent reforms and progress toward elections.
Student exchanges and stronger academic links featured in bilateral talks.
Organisations urged the government to reconsider price increases and address rising living costs.
The acting prefect said missing security forces leave civilians exposed to repeated LRA attacks.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urged an inclusive, trust-based electoral process in South Sudan during talks with President Salva Kiir Mayardit in Pretoria.
Residential areas and regional ministers’ homes were hit in the Blue Nile capital, local sources reported.
Khartoum says talks would address the suspension of its participation in the African Union.
Sudan’s Teachers’ Committee has called for urgent wage reform and payment of arrears, warning that average salaries meet only a small fraction of essential living costs.
The proposed body includes the prime minister, oil minister and central bank governor.
The bank says its browser-based service provides account management, statements and transfers for personal customers using computers and tablets.
Water and livestock-feed shortages are affecting residents and displaced families in Ain Siro.
The mining regulator said production and revenue exceeded targets between January and September.
Finance Minister Gibril Ibrahim has outlined plans for practical cooperation with Saudi Arabia in agriculture, energy, mining, infrastructure and trade.
Fighting centred on Bir Saliba and Abu Suruj near the border with Chad.
Two WFP-contracted vehicles carrying emergency food were struck in South Kordofan.
The Human Rights Council adopted the extension by 28 votes to 10, with nine abstentions.
Bilateral relations, Somalia’s territorial integrity and regional stability featured in the meeting.
An official event in Asmara highlighted teachers’ capacity, education quality and the importance of community support for the teaching profession.
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