Sudan Suspends All Imports from Kenya Amid RSF Tensions

Sudan has suspended all imports from Kenya due to the latter's hosting of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Nairobi, which Sudan views as a violation of its sovereignty. The ban was initiated by Sudan's Ministry of Trade and Supply, effective immediately, following a Cabinet decision and recommendations from a committee addressing the RSF issue. Sudan accused Kenya of facilitating RSF activities that threaten its national security, particularly after a charter was signed in Nairobi to establish a parallel government in Sudan. The RSF has been engaged in a brutal conflict with Sudan's Armed Forces since mid-April 2023, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region. In response to the ban, Kenya's Foreign Ministry defended its actions, stating they support peace negotiations and provide platforms for conflict resolution. This diplomatic conflict highlights escalating tensions between the two nations amid Sudan's ongoing civil unrest.