The alliance of the “Founding Government” (Tasis), led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo “Hemedti,” is proposing a new governance model for Sudan; one that breaks with decades of Khartoum-centred centralism. Born from the signing of the Nairobi Charter in February 2025, this project aims to build a federal, secular, and democratic state, offering greater autonomy to historically marginalised regions such as Darfur and Kordofan.
A political alternative to the Sudanese army
The Tasis government, based in Nyala, presents itself as a political alternative to the Sudanese army. It advocates a vision of a “decentralised and voluntarily unified” Sudan, founded on freedom, justice, and equality. Hemedti has declared that his administration is working toward “decentralised governance that allows all peoples to manage the affairs of their regions and benefit fairly from their resources.”
Concrete institutional structuring
This vision is accompanied by concrete institutional structuring. The Tasis government is preparing a set of laws to regulate the functioning of federal and regional authorities, including a law on decentralised governance, a law on the distribution of financial resources, and a law on administrative officials. The Minister of Decentralised Governance has held meetings in Nyala with officials from Darfur and Kordofan to discuss local administration arrangements.
A broad alliance with shared vision
The Tasis alliance includes the Rapid Support Forces, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) led by Abdel Aziz al-Hilu, as well as political parties and armed movements. It now controls large parts of Darfur, Kordofan, and Blue Nile. The SPLM-N, which has campaigned for decades for a secular and decentralised state, shares the vision of breaking with Khartoum centralism.
The Challenge of international recognition
However, this project faces a lack of international recognition. The African Union, the Arab League, and the United Nations have rejected the creation of a parallel government, warning of a risk of fragmentation. The Port Sudan government rejects any legitimacy of the Tasis, and the multiplication of authorities could establish a de facto partition.
A critical juncture for Sudan’s future
If the Tasis alliance succeeds in consolidating its administrative structures and providing essential services to populations, it could establish itself as a credible alternative. Its ability to overcome diplomatic isolation and ease tribal tensions will be decisive for the future. Sudan stands at a crossroads—and the path chosen will shape the nation for generations to come.
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