The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recently been plagued by a tense situation, in particular with the deployment of the regional force of the Community of East African States (EAC) in the east of the country and the accusations of Jeff Nyagah against the Congolese government.
However, according to the words of Christophe Lutundula Apala, Deputy Prime Minister of the DRC, the major part of the financing of this regional force was provided by the Congolese government itself, representing more than 60% of the total mobilized. Other countries like Angola, Senegal and Kenya have also contributed financially.
These claims diverge from Jeff Nyagah’s accusations against the Congolese government regarding certain administrative and civilian personnel costs that would not be covered. However, Jeff Nyagah resigned and was replaced by Major General Alphaxard Kiugu.
This regional force of the EAC is still present on Congolese soil until June, with the duration granted by the Congolese authorities. This situation raised tensions in the country, and President Félix Tshisekedi even issued an ultimatum to the EAC for the departure of foreign troops.
These recent events show that the DRC is plagued by internal tensions, but that the government and the authorities of the country are taking the necessary measures to ensure the security and stability of their territory.