Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has called for renewed efforts to secure lasting peace in Sudan, saying the Sudanese people deserve peace, dignity and the opportunity to rebuild their country.

Mudavadi said achieving sustainable peace would require more than simply ending hostilities, emphasizing the importance of accountability, reconciliation and national healing as part of the process of rebuilding Sudan.

His remarks come as Sudan continues to grapple with a devastating conflict that has created a major humanitarian crisis, displaced millions of people and caused extensive destruction of civilian infrastructure. The conflict, which began in April 2023 following a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, has continued to generate serious humanitarian and security concerns across the country.

Mudavadi's message places the welfare of ordinary Sudanese citizens at the centre of efforts to resolve the crisis. He stressed that peace should provide citizens with an opportunity to recover from years of conflict, restore their livelihoods and rebuild their communities.

According to Mudavadi, the road to peace must also address the grievances and injustices that have contributed to Sudan's instability. He argued that accountability, reconciliation and national healing would be essential in ensuring that a future peace agreement goes beyond simply stopping the fighting.

The call for accountability has also featured prominently in international discussions on Sudan. A joint fact-finding mission by the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights and the United Nations has emphasized that sustainable peace requires justice, accountability, inclusive governance and restoration of the dignity and rights of Sudanese people. The mission has called for independent investigations into serious violations and abuses committed during the conflict.

Mudavadi has previously called for a coordinated approach to mediation in Sudan, warning that fragmented peace initiatives could make efforts to resolve the conflict more difficult. He has advocated for stronger African-led mediation involving regional and international partners, including the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the African Union and the United Nations.

Kenya has continued to position itself as a supporter of diplomatic efforts aimed at finding a peaceful solution to the Sudanese crisis. In July 2026, Kenya hosted a meeting of IGAD special envoys on Sudan in Nairobi, with the gathering focusing on regional efforts to advance peace in the conflict-affected country.

For Kenya, the Sudan crisis has regional implications because of the country's geographical proximity and the wider effects of instability in the Horn of Africa. Continued conflict has consequences for humanitarian assistance, regional security, trade and the movement of displaced populations.

Mudavadi's emphasis on dignity also reflects the wider humanitarian dimension of the Sudan crisis. Millions of Sudanese have been forced from their homes, while neighbouring countries continue to deal with refugee flows and humanitarian pressures. International partners have repeatedly called for safe and unhindered humanitarian access to people affected by the conflict.

The humanitarian situation has also increased pressure on the international community to support both Sudanese civilians and countries hosting refugees. Mudavadi has called for greater international cooperation to ensure humanitarian assistance reaches those in need and that civilians and civilian infrastructure are protected.

Beyond the immediate need for a ceasefire, the rebuilding of Sudan will require significant investment in infrastructure, public institutions and essential services. Schools, hospitals, roads, markets and other facilities have been affected by the conflict, leaving communities facing difficult conditions even in areas where active fighting has reduced.

A durable peace process would therefore need to create conditions for reconstruction and economic recovery. International principles adopted during discussions on Sudan in April 2026 similarly emphasized Sudanese-led recovery, restoration of basic services, rebuilding critical infrastructure and creating conditions for the safe and dignified return of displaced people and refugees.

Mudavadi's call for reconciliation is also significant because Sudan's conflict has created deep divisions among communities and political actors. Reconciliation would require efforts to rebuild trust between communities, address grievances and create space for citizens to participate in determining the country's future.

The involvement of civilians will be particularly important in any long-term political settlement. African and international human rights bodies have stressed that Sudan's future cannot be secured through military force alone and have called for an inclusive, civilian-led political process involving women, youth, civil society and communities from different parts of the country.

For Mudavadi, the ultimate objective should be a Sudan in which citizens can live without fear, participate in rebuilding their communities and enjoy their rights and dignity.

The call for national healing also highlights the need to support survivors of violence and communities affected by the conflict. Healing from a prolonged war is likely to require more than political negotiations, with affected populations needing psychosocial support, justice, compensation where appropriate and opportunities to restore their livelihoods.

Accountability, meanwhile, remains a sensitive but important component of the peace process. International and regional bodies have stressed that serious violations, including alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity, should be investigated through credible and independent mechanisms. The aim is not only to establish responsibility but also to contribute to truth, justice, reparations and guarantees that similar abuses are not repeated.

Mudavadi's remarks therefore place Sudan's search for peace within a broader framework of justice, reconciliation and reconstruction. His message is that ending violence should be accompanied by efforts to restore dignity and create the conditions necessary for Sudanese citizens to rebuild their lives.

As diplomatic efforts continue, the challenge remains to bring together the various Sudanese stakeholders and international partners around a credible political process. Kenya has indicated its willingness to continue supporting regional and international initiatives aimed at finding a peaceful settlement.

The international community also faces the task of maintaining attention on Sudan despite competing global crises. Humanitarian organizations continue to require resources to support displaced populations and vulnerable communities, while neighbouring countries need assistance to manage the impact of the refugee crisis.

For Sudanese citizens, however, the central demand remains straightforward: an end to violence and an opportunity to return to normal life.

Mudavadi's message reinforces that peace should not be measured only by the absence of fighting. It should also be reflected in the restoration of dignity, justice, security and opportunity for the people of Sudan.

As efforts toward a political settlement continue, accountability, reconciliation and national healing are likely to remain important components of discussions about Sudan's future. The broader objective is to establish a peaceful and inclusive country capable of rebuilding its institutions, restoring essential services and giving its people the opportunity to determine their own future.