Kinshasa- Government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya has strongly rejected Rwanda’s accusations that Congolese people are “xenophobic,” describing the narrative as a propaganda tool used by Paul Kagame’s regime to justify aggression in eastern DRC. Speaking on RTNC and later echoed on his X account, Muyaya called for national unity behind President Félix Tshisekedi in the face of Rwanda’s proxy war through the M23 rebellion.

“Congo Is Not Xenophobic”

“Our enemies want to portray us as a xenophobic people, which we are not. We have learned to live together with our 450 ethnic groups,” Muyaya said, stressing that Congo’s diversity is its greatest strength. He reminded citizens that Congo’s unity is the only shield against foreign destabilization campaigns designed to divide the population.

Kagame’s Plan Through M23

Muyaya accused Rwanda of using the M23 rebellion to impose a “fait accompli” in eastern Congo, seizing land and resources while disguising its aggression under false narratives.

“It is important to understand that the plan of Rwanda, through its advanced brigade M23, is to establish a fait accompli. We are working to stop it,” he declared.

He denounced Kagame’s regime for crimes in Rutshuru, stripping Congolese parents of free education, and trying to set up sham “justice commissions” while being the executioners themselves.

Call for National Unity

The spokesperson urged Congolese citizens to remain united and stand firm against manipulation:

“The path to peace is difficult, but it requires unity. Our people must not give in to deceitful campaigns. They must know the government is with them and will do everything to free them from the grip of these killers.”