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Southern Africa leaders open virtual summit on DRCongo conflict

Southern African leaders held a virtual summit to discuss the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on the military mission, stated by SADC executive secretary Elias Magoso.
Angolan President Joao Lourenco announced peace talks between the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 armed group will begin on March 18, 2025, emphasizing the need for dialogue.
SADC Chairperson and Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa emphasized a 'greater sense of urgency' in resolving the ongoing conflict.
The conflict between the Democratic Republic of Congo government and M23 has intensified this year, resulting in over 8,500 deaths and massive population displacements.

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EFF welcomes SADC's troop withdrawal from DRC, urges diplomatic focus

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The Citizen

SADC to withdraw troops from the DRC

SADC to withdraw troops from the DRC, urging diplomatic talks for lasting stability after ending the SAMIDRC mission.

2 days ago·South Africa

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Southern Africa leaders open virtual summit on DRCongo conflict

Southern African leaders held a virtual summit Thursday to discuss the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, including reviewing a military mission that has lost several soldiers this year.

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Southern Africa: SADC Schedules Another Extraordinary Summit to Discuss DRC Security Crisis

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is set to hold another extraordinary summit virtually on Thursday to discuss the security situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

3 days ago·South Africa

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Zambia : President Hichilema Attends Virtual SADC Summit on DRC Security Crisis

President Hakainde Hichilema joined regional leaders in a virtual Southern African Development Community (SADC) Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government to discuss the escalating security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The summit, convened by SADC Chairperson and Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, assessed the latest developments and strategies for restoring stability […]

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The New Times | Rwanda

SADC troop withdrawal from DR Congo long overdue: South African defence expert

HARARE - A defence and security expert has welcomed the decision by the South African Development Community (SADC) to terminate the mandate of its military mission in DR Congo (S...

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