Phillipus Wido Katamelo, Chairperson of the Pan-African Parliament Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution, has called for coordinated African-led efforts to address the ongoing security crisis in Sudan. Speaking on July 23, 2026, Katamelo emphasized the need for a unified African response to the conflict that has displaced millions and caused widespread humanitarian suffering.
According to verified reports, the Sudan crisis, which began in April 2023, has resulted in over 10 million displaced people and thousands of deaths. Katamelo urged the African Union and regional bodies to intensify mediation efforts, stressing that external interventions have not yielded lasting peace. He called for a ceasefire and inclusive dialogue among Sudanese factions.
The Pan-African Parliament committee plans to hold emergency sessions in the coming weeks to draft a resolution supporting peace initiatives. Katamelo also highlighted the importance of addressing root causes such as resource competition and governance failures.
