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Ivan Zhakata
SADC leaders are gathered in Harare for an Extraordinary Summit to address the escalating security and humanitarian crisis in Eastern DRC.
Hosted at New Parliament, the Summit reaffirmed the regional bloc’s commitment to restoring peace and stability in the conflict-ridden region.
In his opening remarks, SADC chairperson, President Mnangagwa commended Member States and the SADC Secretariat for their unwavering support in ensuring collective security.
He acknowledged the extension of the SADC Mission in the DRC (SAMIDRC) and said there is need for continued backing of the troops on the ground.
“The people of Eastern DRC have suffered for far too long,” President Mnangagwa said.
SADC chairperson, President Mnangagwa commended Member States and the SADC Secretariat for their unwavering support in ensuring collective security.
“While we mourn our losses, our resolve to ensure peace and stability remains unshaken. The importance of dialogue and peacebuilding must be boldly pursued.”
The Summit also highlighted the dire humanitarian situation, with millions of internally displaced persons facing severe hardships.
President Mnangagwa called on international cooperating partners to increase support for relief efforts and said more must be done to alleviate the suffering.
“Our political will must be strengthened. We must engage in frank and fact-based deliberations to ensure lasting peace.”
The Extraordinary Summit follows a recent Troika meeting in Dar es Salaam, led by Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, which laid the groundwork for a united regional response.
Online Reporter