A Kenyan pilot was killed in northern Sudan after the Sudanese Army launched an attack at an airstrip controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The pilot, George Nyamweya, and other Kenyans were reportedly involved in a secret operation linked to the RSF.
According to reports, the mission involved transporting military equipment and personnel to the RSF. The mission was not publicly acknowledged and appears to have been carried out without official transparency. The Kenyan government has not issued a formal statement about the pilot’s death or the nature of the mission.
This incident has sparked concern over Kenya’s possible involvement in Sudan’s ongoing civil war. Kenya has long been seen as a neutral player and a key peace broker in the Horn of Africa. The revelation of Kenyan nationals supporting one of the factions in Sudan could damage the country’s reputation.
There are also questions being raised about whether top government officials were aware of or involved in this mission. If true, it could have serious consequences for Kenya’s foreign policy and role in regional stability.
The RSF, led by Commander Hamdan Dagalo, is one of the main groups fighting Sudan’s army in a brutal conflict that has left thousands dead and millions displaced. President William Ruto has previously met Dagalo, although the nature of their discussions has not been fully disclosed.
This incident adds to growing tensions and risks further complicating Kenya’s role in Sudan’s crisis. It also puts pressure on the Kenyan government to clarify its position and prevent further damage to its international image.
