The deployment of SADC troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo to restore peace and security in the east of the country was at the heart of the extraordinary summit of the Troika of Heads of State and Government of the Development Community of the Southern Africa (SADC). Present during this summit by videoconference, President Félix Tshisekedi expressed the need for the intervention of the SADC as an act of assistance and solidarity towards a member of the organization victim of attacks.
The mandate, legal and operational instruments necessary for the deployment of the SADC mission were approved at this summit, in accordance with previous resolutions. However, the precise date of the deployment remains to be determined and will depend on the green light from the Democratic Republic of Congo and the logistical means necessary for its implementation.
The security situation in eastern DRC remains worrying, with the continued presence of armed groups. The forces currently present on Congolese soil, including those of the SADC, are mobilized to combat these groups and restore stability. Coordination of regional and international efforts is essential to achieve tangible results.
The government of the DRC gives priority to the respect of the ceasefire and the establishment of a program of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) to bring the population back to their localities and to continue the electoral process.
President Tshisekedi’s participation in this summit demonstrates the DRC’s commitment to working with its regional partners to resolve the security challenges it faces in the east of the country. This cross-border cooperation is essential to guarantee peace and stability in the region.
In conclusion, the deployment of SADC troops in the DRC to restore peace and security in the east of the country is an important step in the efforts aimed at resolving the persistent security problems. Regional and international collaboration remains essential to deal with this complex situation. The DRC counts on the support of SADC and other actors to overcome these challenges and build a peaceful and prosperous future for all Congolese