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Patrick Muyaya Katembwe

Patrick Muyaya Katembwe is a Congolese politician, journalist, and the DRC’s Minister of Communication and Media. He also serves as government spokesperson and is known for his role in public communication and national affairs.

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Patrick Muyaya Katembwe

Justice & Crime

Muyaya Says Kagame's Actions Are Stalling the Peace Deal

DRC says Rwanda's actions are stalling the U.S.-brokered peace agreement.
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Peace For DRC Now

DRC Sues Rwanda at ICJ Over Alleged Abuses in Eastern Congo

Kinshasa asks the ICJ to rule on Rwanda's alleged role in eastern DRC abuses.
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Ebola Outbreak

Muyaya Says Rwanda’s Withdrawal Is Key to Fighting Ebola in East DRC

Patrick Muyaya says M23-Rwanda conflict is weakening Ebola response efforts in eastern DRC.
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Patrick Muyaya Says DRC Has Legitimate Ambition to Lead Francophonie

Patrick Muyaya says the DRC’s demographic weight makes its OIF leadership bid legitimate.
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DR Congo Files Case Against Rwanda at ICJ Over Decades of Alleged Abuses in the East

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Congolese authorities have temporarily suspended all flights to and from Bunia over Ebola transmission risks

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Ebola in DRC | Situation Report as of May 19, 2026

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Bunia Airport Reopens as Ebola Situation Improves

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DRC Government strongly condemns the defamatory attacks targeting Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka as well as other public officials.

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Ebola in DRC | Situation Report as of May 20, 2026

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DRC Government Condemns ADF Massacre of Civilians in Beni

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Congo welcomes the sanctions taken by the United States against Mr. Joseph Kabila

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DRC and WHO Reaffirm Joint Commitment to Defeat Ebola Outbreak

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Ebola in DRC: Prevention measures in the face of the Ebola epidemic declared in Ituri

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Frequently Asked Questions

Patrick Muyaya Katembwe

What is Patrick Muyaya known for? Patrick Muyaya is best known as the DRC’s vocal government spokesperson during the M23 conflict, where he aggressively defended Congolese sovereignty and repeatedly described M23 as “the son” and Rwanda as “the father,” while calling former president Joseph Kabila “Rwanda’s first son.” Muyaya is well known as “l’ami des jeunes” (friend of the youth) through dynamic communication and youth engagement initiatives. Muyaya has stated that dialogue is possible with the rebels, but only with “de-Kagamized” Congolese, meaning those no longer under Rwandan influence.
What is Patrick Muyaya's communication style? He simplifies complex issues, relies on documented evidence and emphasises professionalism.
Where can I find Patrick Muyaya’s latest statements? Patrick Muyaya’s statements are regularly published through the Ministry of Communication and Media, his official X (Twitter) account, government press briefings, RTNC broadcasts, and international media interviews.
Has Patrick Muyaya appeared on international media? Yes. He has been interviewed by France 24, TV5Monde, RFI, Al Jazeera, SABC, DW and others, often in French and English, to discuss the DRC’s security situation and diplomatic efforts.
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