The Kenyan government has hailed the recent ‘Tasees’ charter signed by Sudanese political parties, civil society, and armed movements as a significant step toward restoring peace in Sudan.
The landmark event was part of peace talks held in Nairobi, marking another chapter in Kenya’s long-standing history of advocating for peace across Africa.
Kenya views its role in facilitating these peace talks as intrinsic to its identity, with a legacy of engaging in regional and continental peace initiatives dating back to its independence. From the leadership of Kenya’s first president, the late Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, through to the tenures of Mzee Daniel Toroitich arap Moi, Mzee Mwai Kibaki, and President Uhuru Kenyatta, Kenya has consistently positioned itself as an oasis of peace.
Under the current leadership of President William Ruto, this commitment to supporting peace efforts continues.
The Kenyan government emphasized that peacebuilding and mediation have been central to its foreign policy, reflecting a broader Pan-African commitment to peace and security.
“Presidents have placed the country’s foreign policy on mediation and peacemaking efforts at the forefront of their priorities, and have used their presidency to position themselves as advocates of the Pan-African agenda for peace and security,” the government stated, underlining that Kenya, through President Ruto’s leadership, remains unwavering in its support for peace initiatives in Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and other conflict-affected regions.
Kenya’s foreign policy for 2024, unveiled in December, reinforces its role as a leader in peace and security, emphasizing the country’s active involvement in regional conflict resolution.
The policy highlights peacebuilding and mediation as key priorities, with Sudan’s ongoing peace process further consolidating Kenya’s historical role as a pioneer of peace across Africa.
