DRC: Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Condemns Rwandan Aggression Following Uvira Capture

This Friday, on her X account, the Prime Minister of the DRC, Judith Suminwa, expressed her solidarity with the populations of the east of the country affected by the Rwandan offensive. She calls for the protection of civilians and pays tribute to the FARDC for their courage in the face of this aggression.

The Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Judith Suminwa, launched a solemn message on her X account this Friday, December 12, following the Rwandan aggression that recently led to the capture of the city of Uvira, in the east of the country.

In her emotionally charged statement, Ms. Suminwa expressed her solidarity with the populations affected by the conflict, particularly families displaced and children separated from their homes. "In these dark hours when our nation is attacked by the intensification of fighting led by Rwanda, in violation of the Washington agreements, my heart turns toward our wounded populations of the East," she affirmed.

The Prime Minister also issued an urgent appeal for the protection of civilians and recalled the government's commitment to ensuring their security. "The Government is determined to provide them assistance, to guarantee their security and to restore true and lasting peace throughout the entire national territory," she emphasized.

Suminwa paid tribute to the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) and patriotic Wazalendo, saluting their courage and determination in the face of aggression. She described these soldiers as "the shield of our sovereignty" defending the land, dignity and future of the country.

In a call for national unity, the Prime Minister concluded: "Today more than ever, we must remain united, in solidarity and confident. For despite the pain, despite the trials, peace will return, and our people will rise again."

The situation in the east of the DRC remains tense, and the international community is closely following the evolution of the conflict, marked by repeated clashes between Congolese forces and Rwandan militias. The capture of Uvira heightens concerns about the security of civilian populations and the stability of the region.

Prosper Aobe