By Peter Njoroge
Khartoum, Sudan – The Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a scathing condemnation of Kenya, accusing its government of actively supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia, which it labels a “terrorist militia” engaged in genocide. The statement specifically points to reports of a planned second conference in Kenya for the RSF and its affiliates, following previous meetings allegedly sponsored by the Kenyan presidency in February.
According to the Sudanese Foreign Ministry’s press statement, these prior meetings sought to establish a “so-called ‘parallel government'” for the RSF and its followers. The statement highlights the ongoing RSF offensive, particularly in Darfur, where the militia is accused of targeting specific ethnic groups and vital civilian infrastructure, including the Zamzam camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs), resulting in the deaths of hundreds of civilians, including women and children.
The Ministry asserts that the international community has unequivocally condemned Kenya’s alleged support for the RSF. It cites the United Nations Security Council’s “grave concern” over the issue, warning of its potential to exacerbate the conflict in Sudan and threaten its national unity and territorial integrity. Furthermore, the statement emphasizes the African Union Peace and Security Council’s (AU-PSC) condemnation in a press statement dated March 11, 2025, which called on AU member states and the broader international community to refrain from providing any assistance or support to groups attempting to establish a parallel government in Sudan.
“The Kenyan government’s insistence on continuing to support the terrorist militia and harbor its activities demonstrates a disregard for international legitimacy and the African Union Peace and Security Council,” the statement reads. “It also poses a serious threat to regional security, the sovereignty of African nations, and social stability within them.”
The Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs is urging the international community to condemn Kenya’s actions, characterizing them as a violation of international law, the UN Charter, and the Constitutive Act of the African Union. The accusations mark a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions between Sudan and Kenya and raise serious concerns about the potential implications for regional stability.
As of press time, there has been no official response from the Kenyan government regarding these allegations. The unfolding situation is being closely monitored by international observers who fear the potential for a further destabilization of the already volatile region.
