{"id":95459,"date":"2025-02-07T17:42:06","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T17:42:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/dr-congo-must-seize-this-opportunity-to-end-the-crisis"},"modified":"2025-03-03T10:28:45","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T10:28:45","slug":"dr-congo-must-seize-this-opportunity-to-end-the-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/dr-congo-must-seize-this-opportunity-to-end-the-crisis","title":{"rendered":"DR Congo must seize this opportunity to end the crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>The ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has once again underscored the deep-seated complexities of the country\u2019s decades-long crisis.<\/p>\n<p>More importantly, it has laid bare the harrowing conditions endured by millions of Congolese citizens living in the volatile region.<\/p>\n<p>In recent weeks, the Congolese government forces (FARDC), in coalition with the FDLR &#8211; a militia founded by remnants of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi &#8211; alongside various other armed groups and foreign forces, launched a renewed offensive against the March 23 Movement (M23), with disastrous consequences.<\/p>\n<p>Despite Kinshasa\u2019s confidence in its military superiority, the campaign quickly unraveled as M23 consolidated its positions, capturing a series of strategic towns, including Sake, Minova, and ultimately, Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu.<\/p>\n<p>M23\u2019s swift military gains have defied expectations, not only in battlefield success but also in governance. Since taking control of Goma, the group has restored basic services, including water, electricity, and internet access &#8211; starkly contrasting the instability that had long plagued the city under Kinshasa\u2019s rule.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, M23 has appointed local leaders and mobilised residents in an effort to stabilise the region.<\/p>\n<p>In a notable gesture, M23 declared a unilateral ceasefire to facilitate humanitarian efforts. Yet, Kinshasa has shown little inclination toward de-escalation.<\/p>\n<p>Latest reports indicate that government forces have been deploying bombs from Kavumu military airbase in South Kivu, sustaining hostilities instead of seeking a political resolution.<\/p>\n<p>As leaders of the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) convene this weekend in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, DRC has a critical opportunity to change course.<\/p>\n<p>President Fe\u0301lix Tshisekedi, who has confirmed his attendance, must this time use this platform to chart a path toward lasting peace.<\/p>\n<p>Negotiations are no longer an option but a necessity. Regional leaders must push for meaningful dialogue while ensuring Kinshasa remains engaged at the negotiating table.<\/p>\n<p>Equally important, the summit should adopt decisive measures to dismantle the FDLR\u2019s influence in eastern Congo &#8211; an issue that has fueled instability for far too long, while threatening Rwanda&#8217;s security.<\/p>\n<p>The window for peace is open. Whether Kinshasa seizes it or lets the crisis fester will define the region\u2019s future. But regional leaders must be firm this time, and ensure he commits and sticks to his commitment to lasting peace.<\/p>\n<p><b>Source: The New Times<\/b><\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Rwanda<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Rwanda. 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