Sudan Condemns Kenya For Hosting RSF ‘Political Agreement’ To Establish Parallel Government

Sudan has strongly condemned Kenya for hosting the signing of a ‘political agreement’ involving the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group accused of genocide and other atrocities in Sudan.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, February 18, 2024, Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs accused Kenya of violating international law, the United Nations Charter, the African Union’s Constitutive Act, and the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.

“Given that the stated objective of this agreement is to establish a parallel government on part of Sudanese territory, this move promotes the dismembering of African states, violates their sovereignty, and interferes in their internal affairs,” the ministry said.

Sudan criticized Kenya for allowing RSF leaders to conduct political and propaganda activities while they continue to commit atrocities, including mass killings, ethnic-based violence, and sexual violence. The ministry described this as an endorsement of war crimes.

The statement further accused Kenya of violating principles of good neighborliness and breaking its own pledges not to allow hostile activities against Sudan on its soil. It called Kenya’s actions an act of hostility against the Sudanese people.

The ministry reaffirmed that Sudan’s Armed Forces, with support from the people, remain committed to liberating all territory under RSF control. It also urged the international community to condemn Kenya’s involvement, vowing to take necessary measures to counter what it called a hostile act.

Meanwhile, President William Ruto has maintained Kenya’s role in regional peace efforts. Last year, he met with South Sudanese opposition leaders to discuss the Tumaini Mediation Consensus, a high-level peace initiative. President Ruto emphasized Kenya’s commitment to a peaceful resolution in South Sudan and the broader region.