Transitional Sovereignty Council

The Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) is Sudan's ruling body, currently headed by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. Established following the 2019 ouster of Omar al-Bashir, it was intended to oversee a transition to civilian rule. The TSC is currently newsworthy due to significant shifts in the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Recent reports indicate SAF gains and RSF defections, suggesting a potential alteration in the war's dynamics. Furthermore, al-Burhan has been engaged in unannounced consultations with various political and civil society groups, aiming to lay the groundwork for a national dialogue conference. These developments highlight the TSC's pivotal role in shaping Sudan's political future amidst a protracted war and the push for broader political engagement.