Congo-Kinshasa: Uhuru Hails Signing of Washington Accord, As a New Dawn for DR Congo and Rwanda

Uhuru Kenyatta: Washington peace accords open a new path for Rwanda, DRC

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta says the Washington peace accord between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo addresses a conflict that has claimed more than 10 million lives.

Congo-Kinshasa: Uhuru Hails Signing of Washington Accord, As a New Dawn for DR Congo and Rwanda

Nairobi -- Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has lauded the signing of the Washington Peace Agreement between Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame, calling it a 'new dawn' for the two nations and the wider Great Lakes region.

Uhuru Kenyatta makes rare public appearance in US, joins Ruto at signing of Rwanda-DRC peace deal

Uhuru Kenyatta joined African leaders in Washington DC for the historic peace signing of the Washington Accords, aiming to end the conflict in eastern DRC.

Uhuru: Washington Peace Agreement marks new dawn for Rwanda, DRC

The accords aim to end decades of conflict in the region

Remarks by President Kagame at the Signing Ceremony of the Washington Accords

I want to begin with some words of thanks. First, to my fellow Heads of State and Government from Africa, your presence here confirms, that these efforts enjoy the broad support necessary to succeed. I also thank Minister of State Khulaifi, representing His Highness Emir Tamim bin Hamad of Qatar. The role of Qatar has been absolutely central, in getting us to this point. But, of course, the biggest vote of thanks goes to President Donald Trump. …