Sudan Government Moves Capital Back to Khartoum
Addressing assembled crowds following his arrival from Port Sudan—which had functioned as the provisional capital throughout the nearly two-year conflict—Idris characterized the relocation as a pivotal moment for the war-torn nation.
"Today we return, and with us returns a government of hope to the national capital," he said. "We promise improved services and a better life for our people."
Idris committed to overhauling health and education infrastructure, pledging to reconstruct hospitals and rehabilitate educational institutions, with special attention directed toward the University of Khartoum. He simultaneously vowed enhanced security measures and elevated living standards for Sudan's beleaguered population.
The prime minister revealed the government submitted the 2026 state budget without imposing additional fiscal burdens on citizens, while targeting inflation reduction to 70%. According to the most recent official data released in November, inflation measured 74.2%.
Idris stated the budget additionally pursues gross domestic product growth targets of 10% and aims to suppress parallel market exchange rates as components of broader economic stabilization strategies.
He framed the current year as "a year of peace," describing it as "the peace of the brave and the victorious."
On May 21, the Sudanese army declared complete territorial control over Khartoum, proclaiming the capital liberated from RSF forces following decisive engagements in the Salha district south of the metropolis.
Last July, Transitional Sovereignty Council chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan issued an executive decree establishing a national committee tasked with preparing Khartoum for the expedited return of federal institutions and displaced residents.
Among Sudan's 18 states, the RSF maintains control over all five states comprising the Darfur region westward, excluding certain northern sections of North Darfur that remain under army authority. The military controls most territories across the remaining 13 states spanning southern, northern, eastern, and central regions, including the capital Khartoum.
Sudan's humanitarian catastrophe has intensified since hostilities between the army and RSF ignited in April 2023 over disputes concerning military establishment unification, resulting in tens of thousands of casualties and displacing millions of civilians.
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