African Union delegation visits Sudan to discuss reopening Khartoum office

April 5, 2026 (PORT SUDAN) – An African Union delegation arrived in Sudan on Sunday to discuss arrangements for reopening the continental bloc’s office in the capital, Khartoum.

The move comes days after United Nations agencies began relocating their operations back to the capital, having managed activities from Port Sudan since the conflict erupted three years ago.

Foreign Minister Mohieddin Salem received the AU delegation, led by Special Envoy Mohamed Belaiche, at his office in Port Sudan.

Belaiche told reporters that the purpose of the visit was to assess conditions on the ground as a precursor to reopening the African Union office in Khartoum as soon as possible.

Salem said he briefed the delegation on the evolving situation in Sudan, including the government’s return to Khartoum, which was immediately followed by several UN organizations.

The minister stated that conditions in the capital are stable and that basic services are now available to residents.

Since the army regained control of Khartoum State in March 2025, authorities have worked to restore water, electricity, education, and health services. This has led to a steady return of displaced residents and a revival of local markets and daily life.

Salem affirmed the Foreign Ministry’s readiness to provide all necessary assistance to facilitate the African Union’s return to the capital.