Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has defended Kenya’s role in mediating Sudan’s conflict, emphasizing that Nairobi is not the only country engaging with the warring factions. Speaking at the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Türkiye, Mudavadi clarified that Kenya’s efforts align with broader international initiatives aimed at fostering dialogue and stability in Sudan.
Mudavadi dismissed claims that Kenya seeks to undermine Sudan’s sovereignty, pointing out that other nations, including France and the UK, have also hosted talks on the crisis. “There were talks in Paris a year ago about Sudan; you cannot say France was dismembering Sudan. As we speak, a meeting is being planned in the UK you cannot claim that London seeks to divide Sudan,” he stated.
Kenya has consistently advocated for a unified Sudan, urging warring factions to pursue dialogue rather than military solutions. “We stand for one Sudan. We want the people to dialogue, and Kenya encourages a process that will result in a win-win solution,” Mudavadi said. He stressed that military confrontation has failed, leaving dialogue as the only viable path to peace.
Addressing criticism over Kenya’s engagement with Rapid Support Forces (RSF) leader Mohamed Dagalo, Mudavadi clarified that Nairobi has never supported a parallel government or regime change. “We have hosted both sides at different times. What happened in Nairobi was a discussion among Sudanese civil society and political groups aligned with the RSF no parallel government was formed,” he explained.
Mudavadi reiterated Kenya’s commitment to inclusive peace talks, urging Sudanese civilians and civil society to have a seat at the negotiating table. “The ultimate goal is for Sudanese people to establish their own government through their institutional processes,” he said.
As Sudan’s conflict continues to displace millions and deepen humanitarian suffering, Kenya remains a key advocate for African-led solutions. Mudavadi’s remarks underscore Nairobi’s diplomatic approach, rooted in neutrality and dialogue, while countering misinformation about its intentions. With international partners also involved, the hope remains that sustained mediation will eventually bring lasting peace to Sudan.
