Kenya denies reports linking it to arms transfers fueling Sudan war 

NAIROBI - Kenya has vehemently denied a role in the ongoing conflict in Sudan following reports that a cache of weapons of origin from the East African nation was identified within the northern African country, which is battling instability.

Isaac Mwaura, Kenya's government spokesperson, said Nairobi is only interested in the stability of Sudan, noting that it would continue playing the role of a 'neutral broker' as envisaged by the African Union (AU).

Kenya's involvement in the Sudan conflict remains purely diplomatic through mediation and peacebuilding initiatives, he said. Sudan is in shambles following the fight between the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

“Kenya is not an architect of the Sudan war. We are committed to fostering dialogue through the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) process, chaired by President William Ruto,” said Mwaura.

He noted that Kenya has a long-standing history of facilitating peace in the region, including the landmark 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement and continued support for Sudan’s democratic transition since 2019.

Kenya's President William Ruto, through the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), has been championing peace and stability in Sudan. He has hosted both General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti) in pursuit of a ceasefire.

While dismissing claims that RSF uses weapons from Kenya to confront the military, Mwaura called for increased regional and international cooperation under the African Union (AU), IGAD, and the United Nations to advance a sustainable peace process.

“Kenya remains committed to hosting refugees, offering a safe space for negotiations, and leveraging its legacy in peacebuilding. Any changes in our position will be communicated through official channels. Misinformation must be avoided,” he said

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