How will DR Congo defeat rebels in the east?

The Congolese authorities has expelled the Rwandan ambassador, accusing Kigali of supporting insurgent group.

Relations between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have hit a brand new low.

The Congolese authorities has expelled the Rwandan ambassador.

The DRC has lengthy accused Kigali of backing the M23 insurgent group in North Kivu province within the east.

A latest United Nations report discovered proof to assist the accusation however Rwanda has repeatedly denied this.

Preventing between the M23 and the Congolese military has intensified prior to now few months, with the rebels capturing two cities final week.

This has pressured practically 40,000 individuals from their properties.

So, why has it been tough to finish this battle?

Is it time for a brand new method?

Presenter: Sohail Rahman

Friends:

Gatete Nyiringabo – Human rights lawyer

Okito Tongomo – President of the Congolese exiled authorities

Felix Ndahinda – Researcher on battle, peace and justice in Africa’s Nice Lakes Area

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