Recent news highlights an announcement that sparked strong reactions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Corneille Nangaa, former president of the National Electoral Commission, recently launched Kenya’s Congo River Alliance, a new political-military coalition including armed groups such as the M23. This announcement attracted the attention of Congolese authorities, who recalled their ambassadors to Kenya and the Community of East African States (EAC).
Congolese authorities have expressed concern that this alliance was announced on Kenyan soil, suggesting tacit support from the Kenyan government for rebel groups. As a result, they demanded explanations from Kenya on this issue. For its part, the Kenyan government quickly refuted these accusations, affirming that it does not support any rebel group in the DRC and guarantees freedom of the press.
Faced with this tense situation, the head of the UN Mission in the DRC (MONUSCO), Bintou Keita, said she was “extremely concerned” by the creation of this new political-military coalition. She urged Corneille Nangaa and his associates to renounce any form of violence likely to destabilize the country.
This affair raises many questions about the motivations of the Congo River Alliance and its potential impact on the political and security stability of the DRC. It is essential to closely monitor the development of this situation, as it could have significant consequences for the region.
In conclusion, the announcement of the creation of the Congo River Alliance in the DRC has generated diplomatic tension between the DRC and Kenya. The Congolese authorities are demanding explanations as to why this announcement was made on Kenyan soil, while the Kenyan government denies any involvement in supporting rebel groups. MONUSCO says it is concerned by this new coalition and calls for an end to all violence. It remains to be seen how this matter will evolve and what the repercussions will be for the region. Stay informed so you don’t miss any of this news.