The Kenyan government has strongly denied claims of involvement in the ongoing Sudan conflict, dismissing reports of arms supply to warring factions as “false and misleading.”
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura issued a statement on Monday refuting recent media allegations, emphasizing Kenya’s commitment to regional peace.
“Kenya is actively supporting the IGAD-led peace process in Sudan. Any suggestion otherwise is pure conjecture. Our nation remains a steadfast peacebuilder in the region,” Mwaura stated.
The conflict, now in its second year, has plunged Sudan into what the UN describes as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.
Nearly 25 million people face severe hunger, displacement, and violence as fighting rages between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), led by Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), commanded by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti).
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The crisis deepened in January when the U.S. accused the RSF and allied militias of committing genocide in Darfur, drawing global condemnation. Amid the turmoil, Kenya has positioned itself as a neutral mediator, contributing \$2 million (Sh258.6 million) in humanitarian aid while adhering to UN and African Union principles of sovereignty and non-interference.
Earlier this year, Kenya faced criticism for hosting RSF representatives in Nairobi, with some accusing it of legitimizing the group. However, officials clarified that the engagement aimed at fostering dialogue, not endorsing any faction.
