SPLM Welcomes High-Level Delegation from Kenya’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to Juba
July 19, 2026
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) officially welcomed a high-level delegation from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) of Kenya to Juba this morning. The visiting delegation is led by Senator Hassan Omar Hassan, Secretary-General of the UDA.
The reception was hosted by senior SPLM leadership, including SPLM Deputy Secretary General Cde. Baba Medan Konyi, SPLM Secretary for Admin and Finance Cde. Nyachoap Louny, SPLM Secretary for Training and Research Cde. Dr. John Oryem, and SPLM Secretary for External Affairs Cde. Bol Makueng Yol.
The visit serves as a significant confirmation of the historical and cultural unity shared between the people of South Sudan and Kenya. "Naturally and traditionally, we have been one people and want to build along what nature has put here," Cde. Makueng noted, emphasizing the longstanding ties that have seen both nations collaborate on efforts since the liberation struggle, fight against colonization and oppression to the pursuit of economic liberation.
Representing the UDA, Hon. Vincent Kawaya, UDA National Organizing Secretary and a Member of Parliament in Kenya, accompanied the delegation. During the reception, Hon. Kawaya conveyed greetings from the leader of the UDA party, the President of the Republic of Kenya, His Excellency President William Ruto.
"We are here to sign an MOU between the SPLM and the UDA party," Hon. Kawaya stated. "This MOU will be to extend cooperation or a cooperation framework between the two parties, so that we can strengthen our parties." Hon. Kawaya further highlighted the shared vision and common goals between South Sudan and Kenya in advancing democracy and peace, noting the intention to use the collaboration to strengthen processes between the two parties.
The UDA delegation is scheduled to remain in Juba for three days. The visit is intended to foster bilateral relations between the two political organizations. Cde. Makueng confirmed that the parties have been engaged in productive discussions regarding shared goals and future cooperation.
The SPLM leadership expressed its enthusiasm for the visit, indicating that a comprehensive update on the outcomes of these bilateral engagements will be provided following the conclusion of the three-day program.