In a significant diplomatic development, Kenya’s veteran opposition leader, Raila Odinga, held high-level talks with President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on March 28, 2025, at State House in Entebbe.
Odinga, serving as a special envoy on behalf of Kenyan President William Ruto, was tasked with addressing the pressing political and security challenges facing South Sudan.
Sources indicate that the meeting underscores Kenya’s steadfast commitment to promoting peace and stability across East Africa, with a particular emphasis on South Sudan.
The country, plagued by recurring conflicts, remains a key regional security concern. The discussions highlighted the urgency of finding strategic, collaborative solutions to South Sudan’s ongoing instability.
Odinga, with his extensive experience in mediation and regional diplomacy, brings invaluable expertise to the table.
Having previously served as the African Union’s High Representative for Infrastructure Development, he is deeply familiar with the complexities of peace-building in the region.
His role as President Ruto’s special envoy signals Kenya’s proactive approach to addressing South Sudan’s challenges and its determination to contribute to long-term peace in the region.
As the dialogue between Kenya and Uganda unfolds, regional leaders and stakeholders remain optimistic that these diplomatic efforts will lead to tangible solutions.
The collaboration between Odinga and President Museveni is expected to pave the way for renewed and concerted efforts toward achieving lasting peace and security in South Sudan and the broader East African region.
