Patrick Muyaya, DRC Gov's spokesperson
Muyaya Outlines Congo’s Four Fronts Against Rwanda’s Aggression
Patrick Muyaya details Congo’s military, diplomatic, judicial & economic fight against Rwanda-backed rebels, vowing justice and no impunity.
Published:
October 13, 2025 at 5:05:31 AM
Modified:
October 13, 2025 at 5:06:49 AM
Kinshasa, Oct. 2025 — As instability in the Great Lakes region deepens and Rwandan-backed rebels escalate attacks in North Kivu, Congo’s Minister of Communication and Government Spokesperson, Patrick Muyaya, has delivered one of his most strategic and rallying messages yet. He outlined a comprehensive national response, military, diplomatic, judicial, economic, and media, to defend the Democratic Republic of Congo against aggression and plunder.
1. Military Front – “Our soldiers respond whenever necessary.”
Muyaya reaffirmed that the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) remain alert and resolute.
“In case of an attack, whenever necessary, our soldiers respond. We know the intentions of our enemies.”
This statement comes amid renewed M23 offensives near Rutshuru and Masisi, where Rwandan-backed units continue to target Congolese civilians. FARDC operations, supported by the Wazalendo and regional coordination forces, are holding the line against foreign-sponsored destabilization.
2. Diplomatic Front – Washington and Doha
Muyaya revealed that Kinshasa is engaging diplomatically in both Washington and Doha to strengthen mediation efforts and ensure international awareness of Rwanda’s involvement.
While President Félix Tshisekedi extends a hand for peace, Muyaya stressed that Congo will never accept a settlement that rewards aggression or territorial occupation.
“We have discussions in Washington and Doha,” he said, highlighting that Congo is not isolated but backed by an expanding network of partners seeking justice and stability in the region.
3. Judicial Front – “There will be no impunity.”
Muyaya underscored Congo’s determination to document war crimes and human rights violations committed in the occupied areas of North Kivu and Ituri.
“We are documenting everything happening in the occupied parts of the country. There will be no impunity!”
His message echoes President Tshisekedi’s position at the UN General Assembly — that justice, not silence, will end the 30-year cycle of violence. Congo plans to work with international courts and regional partners to ensure that warlords and their foreign backers are held accountable.
4. Economic Front – Ending the Plunder
At the heart of the war, Muyaya reminded the nation, lies the illegal exploitation of Congo’s natural wealth, cobalt, gold, and coltan.
“The motive for the war is the plundering and appropriation of our resources. We are working to put an end to it.”
By reinforcing mining transparency, tightening subcontracting laws, and restoring control over export routes, the Tshisekedi administration is turning Congo’s wealth into a weapon of sovereignty, not dependence.
5. Media Front – “#BendeleEkweyaTe, #CongolaisTelema”
On the communication front, Muyaya emphasized the importance of national unity and awareness.
“This is not Tshisekedi’s war, nor Prime Minister Suminwa’s war; it is a war waged against all Congolese.”
The ongoing #BendeleEkweyaTe (“The flag will neverCongolaisTelema (“Congolese, stand up”) campaigns have reignited patriotism, reminding citizens that Congo’s fight is for its sovereignty, not politics.
Building in the Midst of War”
Muyaya lamented that the resources now used for defense could have been invested in roads, hospitals, and schools. Yet he reframed it as a call to action: defending Congo today is protecting tomorrow’s development.“All Congolese must mobilize behind the Supreme Command to end this once and for all.”
Patrick Muyaya’s address is more than a government statement; it is a declaration of Congo’s strategic endurance. While Rwanda continues its proxy war through M23, Kinshasa is fighting on every front: military, diplomatic, judicial, and moral.
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