Kenya Distances Itself from Allegations of Interference in Sudan’s Internal Conflict
The Kenyan government has firmly denied allegations made by Sudan’s military leadership, which accused Nairobi of interfering in the prolonged conflict tearing through Sudan.
In a press briefing released on Tuesday, April 29, the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs expressed deep concern over a letter distributed by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) to foreign embassies. This letter claimed Kenya was playing a disruptive role in the war.
“The government of the Republic of Kenya has taken note with concern of the circular note by Sudan SAF administration addressed to all Diplomatic and Consular Missions in various capitals, shifting blame to Kenya for the tragic and unending conflicts that have engulfed that country for over two years,” read part of the official statement.
According to the Ministry, these accusations are both unfounded and misleading. Kenya stressed that its involvement in Sudan has consistently aimed to promote peace, not conflict.
To highlight the scale of the crisis, the Ministry pointed out that Sudan’s civil war has dragged on for over two years. It has claimed thousands of lives, displaced millions, and left much of the country cut off from essential humanitarian services.
Rather than escalating the situation, Kenya has actively contributed to regional peace initiatives. The government has hosted and participated in talks involving Sudan’s rival factions. These meetings took place both in Nairobi and in other neutral locations, as part of broader diplomatic efforts.
“In an effort to find a negotiated settlement, Kenya has met leaders of the two main warring sides in Nairobi, both simultaneously and at separate intervals, in accordance with its unrivalled credentials for peaceful mediation,” the statement added.
Kenya made it clear that it maintains a neutral stance. According to the Ministry, its only interest is fostering long-term peace in Sudan and the Horn of Africa. “Our role has been neutral and guided by Kenya’s long-standing commitment to peace in the region,” the Ministry emphasized.
Recently, some Sudanese leaders traveled to Nairobi for peace talks. These discussions aimed to explore possible solutions to the ongoing crisis. However, the Sudanese military leadership responded by accusing Kenya of backing a so-called exile government.
Kenya strongly rejected this interpretation. The Foreign Office clarified that hosting talks does not equate to endorsing their outcomes. Nor does it suggest support for the creation of any parallel political entity.
“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 Ministry stated.
Kenya’s position is that diplomacy and dialogue offer the best path forward—not finger-pointing or baseless accusations. The government urged Sudanese leaders and the broader international community to direct their energy toward ending the violence, rather than creating further division.
“The crisis in Sudan has already caused immeasurable suffering,” the statement concluded. “It is essential that all parties work together in good faith to restore peace and stability, not only in Sudan but across the region.”
This clear message from Kenya reaffirms its role as a committed peace broker, not a partisan actor. As the situation in Sudan continues to deteriorate, Kenya insists that dialogue—not blame—must lead the way.
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Kenya Distances Itself from Allegations of Interference in Sudan’s Internal Conflict
