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#Sudan [podcast] 🎧 - In this latest podcast on universal jurisdiction, we turn our attention to Kenya, where a complaint has been filed regarding war crimes committed in neighbouring Sudan. Listen to this podcast here 👇 www.justiceinfo.net/en/161614-wi... #UniversalJurisdiction

Sudan RSF War Crimes Case Lands in Kenya Under Universal Jurisdiction ... Nairobi —A criminal complaint has been filed in Nairobi seeking the prosecution of members of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. The complaint, submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), marks the first known attempt in the country's history to invoke universal jurisdiction in pursuit of accountability for atrocities allegedly committed outside Kenya's borders. Filed on behalf of twelve Sudanese victims by Legal Action Worldwide (LAW) and the African Centre for Justice and Peace Studies (ACJPS), the petition calls for investigations into ten alleged RSF members accused of crimes committed during the ongoing Sudan conflict between April 2023 and March 2025. Keep up with the latest headlines onWhatsApp|LinkedIn "The victims and survivors have waited a long time to see justice served at the national and international levels. This action today gives hope to many Sudanese to work toward combating impunity for such crimes and atrocities," said Mossaad Mohamed Ali, ACJPS Executive Director. The allegations include detention, torture, sexual viol…

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Sudan - First war crimes complaint against the RSF filed in Kenya Download Press Release in English Download Press Release in Arabic Download FAQ Press Release – 9 June 2026 Download the Arabic version of the Press Release and the Frequently Asked Question document by clicking on the links on the left hand-side of the page. Geneva, Nairobi (LAW) — “ The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) violently interrogated me, detained me in darkness for weeks, and tried to force me to rape a male cellmate at gunpoint. ” On 9 June, on behalf of twelve Sudanese victims, Legal Action Worldwide (LAW), and The African Centre for Justice and Peace Studies (ACJPS) – represented by Otieno Ogola and Company Advocates – filed a landmark criminal complaint with Kenya’s Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in Nairobi, Kenya. This is the first time in Kenya’s history that a complaint for war crimes and crimes against humanity is being filed under the principle of universal jurisdiction, allowing Kenyan authorities to prosecute crimes committed in another country. The victims are asking the DPP to investigate 10 members of the RSF, including some with alleged ties to Kenya, for committing these international crim…

Sudan: Sudan RSF War Crimes Case Lands in Kenya Under Universal Jurisdiction Bid [Capital FM] Nairobi -- A criminal complaint has been filed in Nairobi seeking the prosecution of members of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

First war crimes complaint against Sudan’s paramilitary forces filed in Kenya https://www.europesays.com/africa/275705/ Lawyers Antonia Mulvay, left, and Willis Otieno, center, who are part of the legal team filing a law…

First war crimes complaint against Sudan's paramilitary forces filed in ... NAIROBI: Victims of alleged atrocities linked to the war in Sudan on Tuesday asked prosecutors in Kenya to investigate allegations of torture and sexual violence by members of a notorious paramilitary group. It is the first attempt to prosecute members of theRapid Support Forces,or RSF, the paramilitary group fighting against the Sudanese military for over three years, outside Sudan. The group, which has been accused by rights organizations of committing atrocities amounting towar crimesand crimes against humanity, has ties with Kenya's government, while Kenyan President William Ruto has previously hosted RSF leader Gen. Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo for talks that he said were aimed at advancing peace efforts in Sudan, a move that sparked diplomatic tensions. The complaint filed by the global legal organization Legal Action Worldwide details torture and sexual violence committed by RSF members at various locations in and around Khartoum between April 2023 and March 2025 when the Sudanese capital was controlled by the paramilitaries. The 12 victims are urging Kenya's Director of Public Prosecutions to approve …

Sudanese Survivors File Historic War Crimes Complaint Against RSF in Kenya Sudanese Survivors File Historic War Crimes Complaint Against RSF in Kenya In a landmark legal development, twelve Sudanese survivors have filed a criminal complaint with Kenyan prosecutors targeting members of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The complaint accuses the paramilitary group of committing war crimes during the ongoing conflict in Sudan. This filing marks a historic milestone as it utilizes the legal principle of universal jurisdiction for the first time in Kenya to seek accountability for atrocities committed during the Sudanese war. By submitting this complaint directly to Kenyan authorities, the survivors are seeking to leverage local judicial systems to prosecute international crimes committed outside Kenya's borders. Regionally, this development underscores Kenya's growing role in international justice and human rights enforcement within East Africa. Security analysts and legal observers are closely watching the response of Kenyan prosecutors, as the initiation of such proceedings could set a major precedent for how regional states handle human rights violations and cross-border security acc…

Sudan RSF war crimes case lands in Kenya under universal jurisdiction bid Kenya faces a landmark legal test after a complaint filed in Nairobi seeks prosecution of Sudan’s RSF for alleged war crimes under universal jurisdiction, marking a historic first... A criminal complaint has been filed inNairobi,Kenya, seeking the prosecution of members of Sudan’sRapid Support Forces (RSF)for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity, marking a significant attempt to useuniversal jurisdiction. Read the complete article fromCapital News Kenya's Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, has ordered a nationwide crackdown on criminal gangs and "goons for hire" following a disturbing rise in their use to disrupt public order, particularly ahead of upcoming elections. President William Ruto has called for the inclusion of Africa in reforming the international financial and governance institutions. The President pointed out that these institutions need to be democratised, including the United Nations Security Council, the International Monetary

Sudan war victims seek justice in Kenya over claims of torture and ... Victims of alleged atrocities linked to the war in Sudan have asked Kenyan prosecutors to investigate claims of torture and sexual violence by members of a notorious paramilitary group. It is the first attempt to prosecute members of the Rapid Support Forces , or RSF, outside Sudan. The paramilitary group has been fighting against the Sudanese military for over three years . The group has been accused by human rights organisations of committing atrocities amounting to war crimes and crimes against humanity. Kenyan President William Ruto has previously hosted RSF leader General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo for talks that he said were aimed at advancing peace efforts in Sudan, a move that sparked diplomatic tensions. The complaint was filed by the group Legal Action Worldwide. It claims that RSF members committed acts of torture and sexual violence at various locations in and around Khartoum between April 2023 and March 2025. open image in gallery Sudanese people walk past a destroyed building in the capital, Khartoum ( AFP/Getty ) The Sudanese capital was controlled by the paramilitaries at the time. The 12 alleged vic…

First war crimes complaint against Sudan’s paramilitary forces filed in Kenya | National News https://www.europesays.com/africa/276422/ NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Victims of alleged atrocities linked to the war in Sudan on Tuesday asked prosecutors…

First War Crimes Complaint Against Sudan’s RSF Filed in Kenya https://www.europesays.com/africa/275823/ Victims of alleged atrocities linked to the war in Sudan on Tuesday asked prosecutors in Kenya to investigate…

War crimes complaint against Sudan’s RSF filed in Kenya https://www.europesays.com/africa/275592/ NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Victims of alleged atrocities linked to the war in Sudan on Tuesday asked prosecutors…