Anglo-Egyptian Condominium , the joint British and Egyptian government that ruled eastern Sudan from 1899 to 1955. It was established by the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium Agreements of January 19 and July 10, 1899 and lasted, with some later amendments, until the formation of sovereign , independent republic of Sudan on January 1, 1956. (The Anglo-Egyptian Accord of 1953 had set out the steps for Sudanese self-government and self-determination .)
Britannica Quiz Exploring Africa:Fact or Fiction? Though this continent is teeming with natural resources and diverse wildlife, how much do you really know about Africa? Sort these facts from Cairo to Khartoum in this African odyssey. The condominium agreements established an office of governor-general, to be replaced by the Egyptian Khedive appointed and endowed with the highest civilian and military command. In theory Egypt had a leading role, but in practice the condominium structure ensured full British control over Sudan. The governors and inspectors were usually British officers, although technically they served in the Egyptian army, and were key figures in government and public service always remained graduates of British universities and military schools.