Signed on 27 June 2025 in Washington, the DRC-Rwanda peace agreement marks a high-stakes attempt to end decades of violence in the Great Lakes. Brokered by the U.S. and Qatar, the accord intertwines territorial assurances, militia disarmament, and a minerals-for-security agenda. Yet, deep-rooted mistrust, the M23’s absence, and fragile state institutions raise urgent questions about the deal’s durability.
Jean-Pierre Bemba alleges high-level sabotage and outlines urgent reforms in aviation, river transport and governance in the DRC.
On June 2, 2025, Annalena Baerbock was elected President of the 80th UN General Assembly, becoming the first German and fifth woman in the role. The following day, Bahrain, Colombia, the DRC, Latvia, and Liberia were elected as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for 2026–2027. Each secured the required two-thirds majority in uncontested elections, reflecting a commitment to diverse and representative global leadership.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) faces a deepening crisis, as former President Joseph Kabila breaks six years of silence to deliver a sweeping critique of post-2019 governance. In a rare address, Kabila defends his legacy while condemning constitutional violations, electoral fraud, economic mismanagement, and worsening insecurity. Calling for national dialogue and regional cooperation, his speech underscores the urgent need for institutional reform and inclusive solutions to restore peace and stability.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on 22 May 2025, lifted the parliamentary immunity of Joseph Kabila Kabangé, former President and senator for life, challenging entrenched norms around immunity and accountability. While some see it as long-overdue justice, others warn it could deepen political rifts. Either way, the message is clear: the era of untouchable leaders may be coming to an end.
In a bold, high-risk move, President Félix Tshisekedi has signed a mineral-for-security agreement with the United States—an audacious pivot that may either ignite a new chapter of sovereignty or deepen the nation’s postcolonial wounds.
In a historic diplomatic breakthrough not seen in over two decades, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda signed a Declaration of Principles on US soil on 25 April 2025, marking a potential turning point in one of Africa’s most protracted and devastating regional conflicts. Hosted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, D.C., this high-level event has been heralded as the most significant move towards peace between the two nations since the 2002 Pretoria Accord.
Former President Joseph Kabila, in a recent statement, challenged this enduring narrative, asserting that “the DRC cannot continue to be a crying baby in the region.” His remark underscores a fundamental issue: the need for the DRC to take ownership of its challenges, strengthen governance, and assert its sovereignty.
This article asserts that the DRC’s unique circumstances do not need another fiery nationalist leader; it requires a strategist—someone capable of forging pragmatic coalitions internally and externally, advancing military capabilities to secure its vast territories, and ensuring sustainable development in key sectors. Drawing on historical episodes, reputable sources, and factual evidence, we examine why strategic leadership can better serve the DRC’s interests than pure nationalism.
President Félix Tshisekedi’s administration has reportedly signalled the ambition to draft a new constitution for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in 2025. The idea of crafting a new constitution for the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2025 is, without question, bold and fraught with complexities.