President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for urgent dialogue and strengthened regional cooperation to prevent Sudan’s ongoing conflict from destabilizing the wider East African region.
The President made the remarks on Friday, 13th February, 2026, during a high-level meeting at State House Entebbe with H.E. Malik Agar, Deputy Chairman of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council.
Agar briefed the Ugandan leader on the latest political and security developments in Sudan.
He also updated President Museveni on Sudan’s security situation, ongoing political efforts, and the challenges facing the transitional leadership in restoring order and national stability.
The Deputy Chairman of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council reaffirmed Sudan’s commitment to working with regional partners to find a sustainable path to peace.
“We are making efforts to restore stability and steer Sudan toward lasting peace, with strong emphasis placed on sustained diplomatic engagement and regional solidarity, Agar said.
During the meeting, President Museveni emphasized that lasting peace in Sudan is not only vital for its citizens but also for the stability, security, and economic prosperity of East Africa.
“Peace in Sudan is important not only for the Sudanese people but also for the stability of the region, therefore dialogue and regional cooperation are essential in resolving the current conflict and preventing further suffering,” Museveni stated.
Uganda’s President emphasized Uganda’s readiness to support peaceful engagement initiatives, noting that long-term stability in Sudan would strengthen security partnerships, protect livelihoods, and safeguard regional trade and integration efforts.
Sudan has been grappling with prolonged instability that has triggered humanitarian pressures and heightened concerns among neighboring countries.
The conflict has raised fears of refugee influxes, cross-border insecurity, disrupted trade routes, and broader economic shocks across the region.
Uganda, which hosts a significant number of refugees from across the region, has consistently championed political dialogue as the primary mechanism for resolving internal conflicts in neighboring states.
Analysts warn that sustained instability in Sudan could strain regional security cooperation frameworks and slow progress toward deeper economic integration within East Africa.
The Entebbe meeting shows continued commitment to preventive diplomacy, collective regional action, and coordinated efforts aimed at containing conflict, protecting vulnerable populations, and preserving stability across East Africa.
With regional cooperation at the forefront, leaders are seeking not only to restore peace in Sudan but also to safeguard stability and shared prosperity across the region.
