Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly criticized President William Ruto’s administration for allegedly allowing the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a rebel group fighting against the Sudanese army, to hold a gathering in Nairobi. The Sudanese government sees this as an act of interference in its internal affairs.
On Tuesday, February 18, RSF held a meeting in Nairobi as part of its plans to form an alliance with political figures and armed groups.
The aim of this alliance is to strengthen RSF’s influence and control in Sudan. Reports suggest that in the coming days, a treaty is set to be signed, allowing RSF to establish a separate government in certain regions of Sudan.
However, Sudan’s government has reacted angrily to this development. The country’s Foreign Affairs Minister accused Kenya of contradicting its previous commitments to helping resolve the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
In a statement, the Sudanese Foreign Ministry expressed deep disappointment, accusing Kenya of disregarding its international obligations by hosting a meeting for what it described as a “terrorist militia responsible for genocide.”
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs regrets the Kenyan government’s blatant violation of international law by allowing the signing of a so-called ‘political agreement’ with the Janjaweed militia, a group known for committing crimes against humanity in Sudan,” the statement read.
The Sudanese minister went further to accuse Kenya of fueling divisions among African nations by interfering in the internal affairs of other states. He claimed that the meeting’s true purpose was to create a parallel government in Sudan, challenging the country’s current leadership.
According to the minister, Kenya’s decision to accommodate RSF representatives was a serious violation of key international agreements, including the United Nations Charter, the Constitutive Act of the African Union, and fundamental principles of international diplomacy.
“By allowing this agreement, Kenya is actively promoting the breakup of an African state, violating Sudan’s sovereignty, and interfering in its internal matters,” the minister stated.
He also condemned the Kenyan government for allegedly giving a platform to individuals accused of serious crimes, including mass killings, sexual violence, and ethnic cleansing.
“Hosting leaders of the terrorist RSF militia and providing them with a space to conduct political and propaganda activities while they continue to commit heinous crimes against civilians is not just irresponsible but amounts to complicity,” the statement added.
Meanwhile, reports indicate that the RSF meeting in Nairobi was postponed yesterday but is expected to take place over the next two days. After the discussions, the rebel group and its allies are expected to sign the Charter for Government of Peace and Unity, a document that will likely formalize RSF’s attempt to establish an alternative government in Sudan.
Among those who attended the meeting was RSF’s deputy commander Abdulrahim Hamdan, the brother of RSF leader General Mohamed Hamdan. His presence has further fueled concerns, as he has been sanctioned for his alleged role in human rights abuses.
This development has sparked outrage and triggered a fresh diplomatic row, with political stakeholders now questioning President Ruto’s handling of the Sudan crisis.
Many critics argue that Kenya’s decision to host the meeting could strain diplomatic relations with Sudan and complicate efforts to restore peace in the war-torn country.
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