On Monday, the acting governor of Khartoum State, Ahmed Osman Hamza, issued a state of emergency order imposing a night curfew and closing shops, cafes, and other activities during nighttime hours. The curfew is effective within the geographical boundaries of Khartoum State, according to the governor's statement.
It is worth noting that most municipalities in Khartoum State are under the control of Rapid Support Forces, while the Khartoum State government exercises its actual authority over only two municipalities: Omdurman and Karari. The governor operates from a temporary location in the military area north of Omdurman instead of the state government headquarters in Khartoum.
The curfew prohibits individuals and vehicles from being on the streets from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM, while commercial activities and movement are restricted from 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM. The governor stated, "The order comes due to the security conditions and current circumstances in the state, and to safeguard the lives and properties of citizens."
Under the emergency order, security forces and the prosecution are authorized to seize transport means suspected of violating the curfew until the investigation and trial processes are completed. The order also permits the apprehension of individuals suspected of violations and the search of places believed to be in breach of the decree.
The emergency order stipulates a penalty of imprisonment for up to six months or a financial fine not exceeding one million pounds, with penalties doubling in case of repeated violations, according to the statement.
On May 2nd, the acting governor of Khartoum, Ahmed Osman Hamza, announced a state of emergency in the state and decided to form a security cell to monitor the social movements of Rapid Support Forces, among other tasks. This decision came a day after the approval of the Chairman of the Sovereign Council and Commander of the Army, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, regarding Khartoum State's recommendation to declare a state of emergency and deal with foreigners.
