Sudan after Separation - New Approaches to a New Region

Hardly a year has passed since Sudan split in two. For much of the time, both sides have been embroiled in conflict. The independence of South Sudan has fundamentally altered the political landscape. And the governments of north and south lack a defined framework within which to discuss the many outstanding issues. Yet, the international actors still try to identify new points of engagement.

Building on its 2010 publication, “Sudan – No Easy Ways Ahead” , the Heinrich Böll Foundation has brought together a new group of authors to reflect on the challenges of the post-separation era. Their contributions lay out new approaches to a new region, providing guidance to understand the complex political realities of the two Sudans, and pointing out areas where constructive international engagement is possible.

With contributions by Francis M. Deng, Edward Thomas, Magdi el-Gizouli, Aly Verjee, Jok Madut Jok, Paula C. Roque, Wolfram Lacher, Laura James, Kathrin M. Scherr, Harry Verhoeven.