Sudan's civil war has become a proxy battleground, with foreign actors quietly arming both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. Delegates will examine how the African Union's peace and security architecture can respond to external interference that keeps prolonging the conflict, and whether the continent's own mechanisms are strong enough to enforce accountability.

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The African Union is the continental body responsible for promoting peace, security, and cooperation across Africa, with its Peace and Security Council empowered to intervene in conflicts threatening regional stability. A grounded, real-world regional focus makes this a solid choice for beginners.