Sudan orders urgent relocation of ministries from Khartoum

Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council has announced the immediate relocation of all government ministries and offices from central Khartoum to designated alternative sites.

The move is part of a broader effort to restore order in the capital and ensure a safer environment for residents amid ongoing instability.

The directive, issued by Lieutenant General Ibrahim Jaber, a member of the Sovereignty Council and Assistant Commander-in-Chief, stressed the need to “create a safer and more organized environment in preparation for the eventual return of residents to the capital.” Authorities described the relocation as urgent and called for swift implementation.

Coordinated by the High Committee for Preparing Khartoum State, the plan requires all government headquarters to be transferred to new premises across multiple locations, while facilities within the strategic zone will remain in place.

Officials said the move aims to reduce congestion, strengthen security measures, and restore critical services that have been disrupted by months of fighting.

The decision comes after persistent clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces since April 2023, which have left the city’s infrastructure strained and many neighborhoods unsafe.

Authorities said relocating government operations will help stabilize administration and support the gradual recovery of essential services.

“All state institutions, security agencies, and service providers are expected to cooperate fully with the relocation process,” the council emphasized. The move is also intended to facilitate phased reconstruction efforts and prepare Khartoum for the eventual return of residents who were forced to flee the fighting.

Officials expressed hope that the relocation will allow the government to maintain continuity of services, support city-wide reconstruction, and lay the groundwork for long-term security and order in the capital.