Sudan urges Kenyan MPs to restrain Ruto over alleged support for paramilitary RSF
According to Sudan, Kenya is planning to host the RSF again in Nairobi, following a previous meeting in February, which the Sudanese government claims was used to promote a “parallel government” by the militia.
Sudan has appealed to Kenyan MPs to step in and restrain President William Ruto from actions it claims amount to interference in its internal matters.
The Sudanese government raised the alarm over what it described as Kenya’s continued engagement with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group currently in conflict with Sudan’s Armed Forces.
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In a formal letter dated April 13, 2025, Sudan’s Vice President of the Transitional Sovereign Council, Malik Agar, urged Kenya’s Parliament to invoke its constitutional power and uphold the African Union’s principle of non-interference.
“I trust that your esteemed Parliament will uphold the legacy of Pan-Africanism and will not permit Kenyan territory to be used to legitimise or host entities intent on undermining a neighbouring African state,” he stated.
According to Sudan, Kenya is planning to host the RSF again in Nairobi, following a previous meeting in February, which the Sudanese government claims was used to promote a “parallel government” by the militia.
Agar warned that such actions risk encouraging rebellion and jeopardising regional peace.
“We call for your support in promoting peace, stability, and inclusive dialogue in Sudan, free from the interference of foreign powers and non-state actors,” he said.
Violence in Darfur
Sudan has also alleged that the RSF continues to escalate violence in Darfur, with the militia facing widespread accusations of atrocities.
“The Janjaweed RSF militia escalates its campaign of genocide against specific ethnic groups in Darfur,” Agar said, adding that any support from Kenya would legitimise a force accused by international organisations of grave human rights violations.
He referred to condemnations by global and regional bodies, including the United Nations Security Council and the African Union Peace and Security Council.
On March 11, the AU issued a statement urging its members to avoid supporting groups like the RSF.
“The Kenyan government’s insistence on continuing to support the terrorist militia and harbour its activities demonstrates a disregard for international legitimacy and the AU Peace and Security Council,” Agar said.
Pointing out the longstanding ties between the two countries, Agar expressed concern that these developments could damage what he described as a historically respectful and cooperative relationship.
“I must express our deep concern regarding recent developments that jeopardise the foundational principles of unity and cooperation among African nations,” he said.
Proxy wars
Agar further pointed to a broader trend of destabilisation across Africa, suggesting that non-state actors, often supported by external interests, are using proxy wars and resource manipulation to weaken national governments.
“Sudan has been significantly affected by such destabilising influences,” he noted, stating that the RSF rebellion threatens not only Sudan but the wider region.
Responding to these concerns, Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi rejected the accusations.
In an interview with the BBC on Tuesday, Mudavadi insisted that Kenya has remained neutral and is committed solely to promoting peaceful dialogue.
“We only encourage peaceful conversations for peaceful resolutions. That is the extent to which Kenya has been engaged with the various parties in Sudan,” Mudavadi said.
He also addressed claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who had linked President Ruto to RSF activities.
“Leave him (Ruto) out of it. The former DP is having his own grievances; he was impeached by the Parliament, so I do not think we should drag him here,” he said.
Mudavadi explained that Kenya hosted the RSF for internal discussions, not for the declaration of an alternative government.
“They did produce their charter. This charter has been misconstrued to imagine that a parallel government was declared in Kenya,” he said.
He reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to Sudanese unity: “Kenya stands for one Sudan and would like to see one Sudan.”
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