Mukwege expresses deep concerns after Luxembourg blocked sanctions against Rwanda.
Feb 28, 2025
Nobel Prize winner Dr. Denis Mukwege
Nobel Prize winner Dr. Denis Mukwege has urged the African Union and regional institutions to take immediate action regarding the occupation of certain areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) by Rwanda. His call comes after the Luxembourg minister blocked European sanctions against Rwanda.
On his X account, Dr. Mukwege highlighted that during this time, Congolese people continue to be killed, children are forcibly recruited, and women suffer from sexual violence.
"African states and public opinion on our continent cannot continue to accept this tragedy and scandal without reacting," he warned.
He further stated: "We ask African leaders to show their solidarity with the Congolese people and take responsibility by implementing the fundamental principles of our founding treaties.
Let us not wait for the Western world to share more humanity with the Congolese people than African leaders themselves! All Africans will be watching Harare this weekend."
Dr. Mukwege believes that now is not the time to give the world another excuse for inaction, allowing the situation to worsen and threaten peace and development in Africa.
