The Sudanese government has threatened retaliatory actions against Kenya for hosting paramilitary activities related to the RSF. Allegations include Kenya’s support of the RSF’s efforts to form a parallel government. Proposed measures may include an import ban on Kenyan products, particularly tea, amidst the ongoing conflict between the RSF and Sudanese Armed Forces.
On February 25, 2023, the Sudanese government announced its plan to take retaliatory actions against Kenya for allegedly supporting the activities of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). During a press conference in Port Sudan, Foreign Ministry Undersecretary Hussein al-Amin stated, “We will submit a memorandum to the African Union and other international organizations, and we have escalatory measures against Kenya for its hostile positions toward Sudan.” Among the proposed measures is the potential ban on importing Kenyan products, particularly tea, of which Sudan is a significant importer.
The Sudanese official accused Kenya of hosting a signing ceremony for the RSF and its allies, which aimed to establish a parallel government in Sudan. This was characterized as a “hostile act and blatant interference in Sudan’s internal affairs.” Such actions, according to al-Amin, violate numerous international agreements, including those of the United Nations and the African Union.
Recently, Sudan’s opposition factions, including the RSF, convened in Nairobi to sign the Sudan Founding Charter, which establishes a civilian parallel government structure amid ongoing conflict. The fight between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and RSF began in April 2023, resulting in significant loss of life, with estimates indicating nearly 29,683 casualties by the end of 2024, as reported by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data.
In summary, Sudan has expressed serious concerns regarding Kenya’s involvement in supporting the RSF and has threatened retaliatory measures. This includes a ban on Kenyan imports and submitting complaints to various international bodies. The ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and RSF has escalated significantly, highlighting the complex geopolitical dynamics at play.
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