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Kahariri affirms Kenya’s commitment to South Sudan peace efforts
06th August, 2025 08:26 AM
The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, has affirmed Kenya’s commitment to South Sudan peace efforts following ongoing peacekeeping missions in South Sudan.
Kahariri made his remarks on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, when he hosted the Chairperson of the Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), Major General (Maj Gen) Teshome Anagaw, at the Defence Headquarters, Nairobi.
According to a report released by the Kenya Defence Forces, Kahariri’s meeting with Teshome laid out a clear way of effectively engaging in the peacekeeping process in the neighbouring country, South Sudan.
“Their discussions were centred on key priorities for CTSAMVM operations to ensure that the mechanism remains effectively engaged and continues to build on the progress achieved in the peace process. As a key guarantor of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS), Kenya plays a pivotal role in fostering dialogue, regional cooperation, and lasting peace in South Sudan,” KDF stated.
Likewise, according to the KDF report, in his welcoming remarks, Kahariri reaffirmed Kenya’s steadfast support for CTSAMVM’s mission and the broader objectives of R-ARCSS. He emphasised the importance of stability in South Sudan to the security of the region and reiterated Kenya’s readiness to continue providing personnel, expertise, and logistical support.
IGAD’s role
“Peace in South Sudan is not just a regional imperative—it is a moral responsibility for the security and prosperity of our region. CTSAMVM’s role is critical in ensuring that all parties uphold the ceasefire and move towards lasting peace. Kenya remains committed to this mission and to the broader commitment to IGAD and regional peace efforts,” the CDF said.
In addition, on his part, Maj Gen Teshome Anagaw expressed appreciation for Kenya’s unwavering support, noting that Kenya’s leadership in peacekeeping and mediation continues to set a standard in the region.
KDF has further revealed that Teshome provided an update on CTSAMVM’s ongoing operations, highlighting progress made as well as challenges encountered in monitoring compliance with the ceasefire and transitional security arrangements in South Sudan.
Worth noting, CTSAMVM is an institution established by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to monitor the implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the conflict in South Sudan. The mechanism comprises representatives from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the African Union, Troika countries, and other international and regional actors.
On the other hand, present during the meeting were outgoing CTSAMVM Chairperson Maj Gen Yitayal Gelaw and KDF’s Chief of Strategic Policy and Plans, Brigadier Ronald Makori, among other senior Defence officers.
