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President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania At the EAC and SADC Joint Summit in Dar Es Salaam, called on her fellow leaders to take immediate action as the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to deteriorate.
Speaking as Chairperson of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence, and Security Cooperation, she made it clear that history will judge them harshly if they stand by while the people of the DRC suffer.
In her opening speech, President Samia addressed the assembled heads of state with urgency, urging them to come together to find a solution to the growing crisis. She spoke passionately about the devastating impact the ongoing violence is having on civilians, with thousands killed, many more displaced, and entire communities torn apart.
“The people of the DRC have endured too much,” she said. “We can’t afford to turn a blind eye any longer. If we don’t act now, history will not forgive us.”
She emphasized that the instability in the DRC is not just a local problem but one that affects the entire region. “We all have a responsibility to act,” President Samia continued. “If we fail to work together, the consequences will be felt far beyond the DRC’s borders.”
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Her words served as a wake-up call to her counterparts, urging them to set aside differences and prioritize peace. The summit, which gathered leaders from both the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC), is seen as a critical moment to make real progress in addressing the crisis.
As the violence in the DRC escalates, with armed groups continuing to terrorize civilians, President Samia’s call for urgent action is more pressing than ever. The humanitarian situation is dire, with countless lives at risk and the potential for further regional instability.
“We cannot sit back and let this continue,” she said. “The region must unite and take decisive steps toward peace.”
The summit provided an opportunity for leaders to discuss how to address the crisis, with many agreeing that immediate action is needed.
