Kenya and South Sudan
Kenya scores 58/100 toward South Sudan (neutrality or uncertainty), while South Sudan scores 38/100 back.
Kenya toward South Sudan
Kenya's PM Mudavadi publicly linked South Sudan's stability to regional trade and security, and both sides agreed to mobilise funds for the Juba-Nadapal highway, indicating cooperative engagement. Renewed Ilemi Triangle tensions introduce friction but routine diplomacy continues.
South Sudan toward Kenya
South Sudan's embassy in Nairobi was closed for four months of unpaid rent and cut operating hours due to a cash crunch, signalling institutional neglect of the bilateral relationship. This financial failure, alongside Ilemi Triangle tensions, reflects a strained rather than cooperative posture.
Recent coverage
- South Sudan, Kenya agree to mobilise funds Juba-Nadapal highway - Eye Radio Google News: Sudan + South Sudan, 2026-09-02
- Kenya and South Sudan face renewed tensions over the Ilemi triangle - The Kenyan Diaspora Media Google News: Sudan + South Sudan, 2026-08-31
- PCS Mudavadi links South Sudan stability to regional trade and security - The Kenyan Diaspora Media Google News: Sudan + South Sudan, 2026-08-31
- South Sudan embassy in Nairobi closed over four months of unpaid rent - Hiiraan Online Google News: Sudan, 2026-08-24
- South Sudan embassy in Kenya cuts operating hours on cash crunch - The EastAfrican Google News: Sudan + South Sudan, 2026-08-14
- South Sudan dismisses reports of Nairobi Embassy closure, says it remains operational - the-star.co.ke Google News: Sudan + South Sudan, 2026-08-13
- South Sudan Explains Status of Nairobi Embassy After Closure Reports - Kenyans.co.ke Google News: South Sudan, 2026-08-13
- South Sudan embassy in Nairobi closed over unpaid rent arrears - Radio Tamazuj Google News: Sudan + South Sudan, 2026-08-12
- South Sudan, Kenya deepen Cooperation on Border Security and Immigration - eyeradio.org Google News: Sudan + South Sudan, 2026-07-15