We should demonstrate unity in the struggle for individual responsibility within the broader context of systemic oppression, as illustrated by our interviews with the Sudanese Communist Party and the Black Agenda Report.
The Future of Sudan: A Call for International HelpIn an interview with the Black Agenda Report, Salwa Saied, a member of the Sudanese Communist Party (SCP), delivered a powerful and inspiring speech at the 41st Central Convention of the Communist Party of Canada in Montreal on December 6, 2025. Her words were a beacon of hope for the nation that has been torn apart by two centuries of colonialism and internal armed conflict.
The interview began with a call to action: "We should determine our own future." Saied emphasized that international help is crucial to end hostile external intervention and halt the atrocities. She highlighted the resilience of Sudan's children, women, and poor people, who are suffering from the effects of colonialism and internal armed conflict. The document revealed that the civil war has been brutal, with the use of illegal weapons and the jockeying of foreign powers for control over resources.
Saied referenced the December 2019 revolution, which led to al-Bashir's overthrow and state power. She noted that the revolution was a class revolt against military-Islamist rule, which was eventually sabotaged by compromises made with the generals. This led to the "Khartoum massacre" of 2019, where SAF and RSF forces killed hundreds and rape dozens in an attempt to disperse the crowds.
The SCP has been involved in these protests, but they eventually resulted in the overthrow of the dictator and the assumption of state power by the military. The interview highlighted the impact of the revolution on Sudan's people, including the mass protests in December 2018 and the aftermath. The SCP has been a key player in these protests, but they eventually led to the swift transition to civilian rule.
Saied emphasized that the revolution was a quick transition to civilian rule by the SCP, labor, and other civil society forces. She noted that international powers have been supplying arms to the RSF in exchange for access to gold from Sudan's mines. This has complicated the situation with regional actors interfering.
The document also highlighted the importance of the SCP in opposing the conflict. The interview concluded with a call for international help to halt hostile external intervention and end the atrocities. Saied emphasized that the future of Sudan is uncertain due to the ongoing conflict and the need for international support.
In her speech, Salwa Saied's words were a powerful reminder of hope and resilience. As we look to the future of Sudan, let us remember that the SCP stands against the forces of colonialism and internal armed conflict. Together, we can work towards a brighter tomorrow for our nation.
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