The Kenyan government has strongly rejected accusations from Sudan’s military leadership, which claimed that Kenya is playing a role in the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
In an official statement issued on Tuesday, April 29, the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs expressed serious concern over a letter reportedly sent out by Sudan’s Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) administration.
The letter, which was shared with several foreign embassies, accused Kenya of interfering in the civil war.
Kenya’s government emphasized that the conflict in Sudan has been raging for more than two years, resulting in the deaths of thousands of people, the displacement of millions, and the destruction of vital infrastructure, making it nearly impossible for humanitarian aid to reach those in need.
“The government of the Republic of Kenya has taken note with concern of the circular note by the Sudan SAF administration addressed to all Diplomatic and Consular Missions in various capitals, attempting to shift blame to Kenya for the ongoing tragic and prolonged conflict in Sudan,” part of the statement read.
Kenya reiterated that it has played a constructive and neutral role in trying to help bring peace to Sudan.
The statement highlighted that the country has actively participated in regional peace initiatives and has hosted several high-level talks between Sudan’s rival factions, including meetings that were held both together and separately in Nairobi and other venues.
“In an effort to find a peaceful and negotiated settlement, Kenya has engaged with leaders from both main warring factions in Sudan.
These meetings have taken place both jointly and individually, and have been held in Nairobi and other locations.
This has been in line with Kenya’s well-respected track record in peaceful mediation and diplomacy,” the statement added.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs made it clear that Kenya’s role has always been impartial and rooted in its long-standing commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region.
The statement also addressed recent meetings that took place in Nairobi involving some Sudanese leaders who are seeking solutions to the crisis.
Kenya said these talks were misinterpreted by the Sudanese leadership, which accused Nairobi of backing a so-called exile government.
However, Kenya firmly denied these claims, stating that providing a venue for dialogue does not mean it supports any particular outcome.
“The fact that such discussions were held in Nairobi or anywhere else on Kenyan soil does not mean that Kenya supports the outcome of those talks or the alleged formation of an exile government,” the Ministry clarified. “Kenya’s role is simply to offer a neutral ground where dialogue can happen.”
Finally, Kenya called on both Sudanese parties and the wider international community to focus on finding a peaceful resolution.
The government stressed that the ongoing violence is not only causing immense suffering within Sudan but also creating ripple effects that are hurting the entire region.
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