Kenya has fired back at the Sudanese government after being accused of interfering in its internal affairs.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs on Tuesday April 29, Kenya expressed concern over a circular note from Sudan’s Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) administration, which wrongly blamed Kenya for the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
“The Government of the Republic of Kenya has taken note, with concern, of the circular note by Sudan’s SAF administration addressed to all diplomatic and consular missions in various capitals, shifting blame to Kenya for the tragic and unending conflict that has engulfed that country for over two years,” the statement read.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted the devastating human toll and destruction of infrastructure caused by the conflict, emphasizing that both the Sudan Armed Forces, controlled by the Sudanese government, and the Rapid Support Forces (a rebel group) are pursuing their narrow interests with complete impunity, resulting in thousands of deaths, millions of displacements, and countless others lacking access to lifesaving humanitarian aid.
Kenya Denies Interfering with Sudan’s Affairs
Kenya defended its actions, stating that as a neighbouring country within the Eastern African region, it has been actively engaged in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Sudan through the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and other regional mechanisms. Kenya noted its efforts to facilitate a resolution to the conflict between the warring sides.
“In an effort to reach a negotiated settlement, Kenya has met with leaders of the two main warring factions in Nairobi, both simultaneously and at separate intervals, in line with its unparalleled credentials in peaceful conflict mediation,” the statement continued.
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The government also addressed a recent meeting held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, where some Sudanese nationals from the Rapid Support Forces gathered.
Kenya defended the group’s meeting, stating it was intended to discuss issues affecting their country and to adopt a roadmap. Furthermore, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that the meeting does not imply Kenya’s support for the RSF or the establishment of a parallel government, as reported by some sources.
“The convening of this dialogue forum in our capital, Nairobi, or elsewhere on Kenya’s territory, neither equates to endorsing any forum’s outcome nor constitutes the formation of an exile government, as has been alleged,” the statement read.
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The government reiterated that it does not interfere in Sudan’s internal affairs and urged people and nations of goodwill to disregard the accusations as baseless.
Kenya’s response comes days after Sudan, through Malik Agar Eyre, Vice President of the Transitional Sovereign Council, sent a letter dated April 13, 2025, to Kenya’s Parliament, urging it to prevent President William Ruto from interfering in Sudan’s internal matters.
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The petition specifically objected to Kenya hosting the RSF, alleging that meetings held in Nairobi, including one on February 22, 2025, aimed to establish a “parallel government” to undermine Sudan’s sovereignty. Sudan claims these actions violate international law, the UN Charter, and the African Union’s principles of non-interference, posing a threat to regional stability.
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