THE SOCIO-POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC IMPLICATION OF THE SUDANESE CONFLICT 2003-2011

Resumo

Conflict in many African countries over the years has led to many unresolved political and socio-economic problems. However, the study extensively looks into the economic and socio-political implications of Sudanese skirmishes that erupted in 2003.The study argues that the major factors that led to the conflict is the imposition of sharia on the country and marginalization of South Sudan. The egregious crisis devastates the socio-economic life of the people, while millions were displaced from their homes. Politically, the study points out that the conflicts ended the marginalization of South Sudan because of her independence. The research employs historical and interpretative methods. Secondly sources in the form of books and other relevant secondary sources like, journal articles were also used. Oral interviews and internet sources also contributed to the research immensely. Due to the lingering skirmishes that keep on resulting. The research recommends that the two countries should accommodates the cultural, religious and developmental differences within the objective of one indivisible nature. In other to ensure lasting political stability and economic development. There should be respect for individual and community rights, justice, fair play, equity, transparency and high degree of public morality.