UN experts say both sides in the war have committed serious human rights violations.
Sudan is facing one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world.
Fighting between the army and its rival, the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group, has killed tens of thousands of people and forced millions from their homes across much of the country.
Reports of torture and rape have increased over the past 17 months, leaving many people feeling desperate and helpless.
The United Nations wants to deploy peacekeepers, but the government says they are not welcome.
The announcement follows an investigation that found both sides have committed abuses that could amount to war crimes.
So who will hold the perpetrators accountable?
And what does this rejection of outside intervention mean for the people of Sudan?
Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra
Guests
Alaaeldin Nugud – Sudanese activist
Abdelkhalig Shaib – Sudanese international lawyer
Dallia Abdelmoniem – Sudanese journalist and political commentator
