Muzan Alneel (1986 - 2026) Research Fellow

Muzan brought over a decade of engineering experience in the private sector, where she managed projects across FMCG, start-ups, and technical consultancy. Following the December 2018 revolution in Sudan, she became deeply engaged in public service, working as a technical consultant with several Sudanese grassroots organizations and initiatives. Her work focused on equipping the public with the technical knowledge necessary for meaningful participation in decision-making around public resources and national priorities.

During Sudan’s transitional period, Muzan also volunteered as a consultant on Industrial Policy at the Industrial Research and Consultancy Center (IRCC), a para-governmental institution. In this role, she contributed to the founding of the Institute of Industrial Policy Studies.

Her publications include “People-centered evaluation of industrial policy in post revolution Sudan” (2022), presented at the 10th International Conference for Appropriate Technology and selected among the conference’s best papers; “The Everyday Politics of Sudan's Tax System: Identifying Prospects for Reform” (PeaceRep Report, 2022), which she co-authored; and “Why ‘it hasn’t fallen yet’?: Lessons from the Sudanese revolution”, a chapter in The Arab Uprising: A Decade of Struggle published by TNI.

Muzan’s research and writing addressed industrial and economic policy, sustainable development, and the political dynamics of Sudan. She was widely recognized as a thoughtful and impactful voice, and appeared as a guest speaker on numerous local, regional, and international platforms.

She held a Master of Engineering in Technical Management and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering.

Areas of expertise:
Industrial policy, people-centred development, engineering project management, and community organizing in post-revolution Sudan.

Media appearances include:

• France24 interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQQ9fDYK4NA
• Sudan Bokra TV interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEgZvYNsKsg&t=127s
• PBS interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWJhBUR4DwA
• Al Jazeera English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcLlwd-GYUk
• Financial Times: https://www.ft.com/content/f3e4674d-74f4-4e13-8c41-eab2255720e4
• Financial Times: https://www.ft.com/content/c2a23023-df6b-49ed-af06-149bb0b35237

Muzan Alneel is remembered for her dedication to advancing inclusive development, her commitment to public knowledge, and her contributions to Sudan’s intellectual and civic life.