Fact-Finding Mission: Systematic Human Rights Violations in Sudan’s War

Khartoum Highlight – Kampala -The Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Sudan stressed the need to investigate allegations of chemical weapons use in the ongoing war. It warned that such an investigation requires precise scientific verification. Not mere accusations by individuals or parties.

Mission member Mona Rishmawi said Sudan’s worsening crisis requires more than a one-year extension of the mission’s mandate. She argued the mission should follow the Palestinian model, operating with full authority until the conflict ends. Speaking at a workshop organized by the Somoud Alliance on human rights in Sudan, held in Kampala, Rishmawi expressed deep surprise at the war. “How can a people known for their politeness fight each other in such a brutal way?” she asked.

Rishmawi confirmed the situation in Sudan is deteriorating rapidly. She revealed the mission had already handed a copy of its report — due to be presented in the first half of September — to both warring parties.

According to the Somoud media committee, she said the report documents systematic human rights violations in Sudan. These include individual and collective abuses, as well as deliberate attacks on infrastructure that undermine quality of life. She emphasized the report is based on a solid body of documentation and careful monitoring. It contains clear recommendations on accountability and justice for victims, presenting Sudan’s reality with accuracy and truth.