July 1, 2026 (ANKARA) – On Tuesday, the Sudanese Contractors Association announced that representatives from Sudan and Turkey have reached an agreement to launch initial infrastructure and rebuilding initiatives aimed at restoring the conflict-ravaged African country.
The collaboration arises as Sudanese officials project overall rebuilding expenses amounting to $300 billion for the capital, Khartoum, and $700 billion for the rest of the regions. The United Nations is now working on its separate evaluation of the destruction and requirements for restoration.
At a combined session held in the Turkish capital, a Sudanese team headed by Malik Ali Dongla engaged with the Turkish Contractors Association to establish key collaborations for growth. Sudan's envoy to Turkey, Nader Youssef, was present at the discussion.
Discussions centered around setting up a structure for repairing infrastructure, increasing investment prospects, and initiating pilot programs that can benefit from the worldwide expertise of Turkish building companies. Both parties also examined financial arrangements through collaboration with international organizations, such as the Islamic Development Bank and the African Export-Import Bank.
Dongla stated that the key result of the meeting was reaching an accord to initiate a pilot project as a foundation for the collaboration. Funding possibilities will be examined with support from global financial institutions or through a "reconstruction-in-exchange-for-resources" deal featuring Sudanese gold and farm products.
Turkish firms have pledged to transfer technological expertise and provide training for Sudanese workers via vocational advancement initiatives. A collaborative panel will be established to oversee the execution of the project and guarantee adherence to principles of openness and high-quality benchmarks.
Ambassador Youssef highlighted the significance of the deal, noting that Sudan is striving to establish a favorable and secure climate for investments from Turkish collaborators. He reiterated the Sudanese administration's dedication to streamlining processes and offering essential assurances for collaborative initiatives.
The conflict in Sudan, which began in April 2023, has led to devastating destruction of the nation's infrastructure and economic stability. According to financial projections, the gross domestic product has decreased by over 42% compared to before the fighting started, with almost 60% of residents having lost their means of earning money due to a major devaluation of the local currency.
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