Government, Rebels Inch Toward Peace Deal
Sudanese government officials and rebel leaders meeting in Kenya signed an agreement on sharing Sudan’s wealth, eliminating a key obstacle to reaching a comprehensive peace accord in Africa’s longest-running war.
Among the riches to be shared by the government and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army is revenue from 250,000 barrels of oil per day.
Remaining hurdles are the composition of a transitional administration, the fate of three disputed areas in central Sudan and whether the capital should be governed under Islamic law.
Start your day right
Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week.
You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times.
