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South Africa will withdraw 700+ troops from MONUSCO but says it will keep strong DRC ties and support SADC, AU and UN peace efforts South Africa says it will maintain strong bilateral relations with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and continue supporting regional peace efforts, even as it prepares to withdraw more than 700 troops from the United Nations’ MONUSCO mission before the end of 2026. The decision was communicated by President Cyril Ramaphosa to UN Secretary-General António Guterres during a phone call on 12 January 2026, with Pretoria indicating it will work with the UN to finalise timelines and withdrawal modalities according to IOL . South Africa has been among the top troop contributors to MONUSCO, with the Presidency noting a force presence of over 700 soldiers deployed in support of the mission’s peacekeeping mandate. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the withdrawal reflects “the need to consolidate and realign the resources of the South African National Defence Force” after 27 years of South African support to UN peacekeeping efforts in the DRC. While the drawdown marks a major operational shift, Pretoria framed it as a repositioning rather than a disengagement from the DRC. Magwenya said South Africa will continue close bilateral relations with Kinshasa and provide ongoing support to multilateral peace initiatives led by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) , the African Union (AU) and the United Nations, aimed at achieving lasting peace in the country. MONUSCO originally established by the UN Security Council in 1999 in the context of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement has evolved into one of the UN’s largest and most complex peace operations, with a mandate that includes protecting civilians and supporting stabilisation and peace consolidation efforts. In its public background on the mission, the UN notes that MONUSCO is authorised to use necessary means to carry out elements of this mandate, including protection tasks. Magwenya said the withdrawal process is expected to be completed before the end of 2026, and that Ramaphosa welcomed the UN Secretary-General’s appreciation for South Africa’s contribution. For observers, the key takeaway is that South Africa is signalling continuity in diplomatic and regional engagement maintaining bilateral cooperation with the DRC while prioritising multilateral mechanisms beyond MONUSCO to support stability. Continue Reading Full Article AFRICAN POLITICS South Africa Reaffirms DRC Ties as It Exits MONUSCO By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Feb 8, 2026 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: South Africa says it will maintain strong bilateral relations with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and continue supporting regional peace efforts, even as it prepares to withdraw more than 700 troops from the United Nations’ MONUSCO mission before the end of 2026. The decision was communicated by President Cyril Ramaphosa to UN Secretary-General António Guterres during a phone call on 12 January 2026, with Pretoria indicating it will work with the UN to finalise timelines and withdrawal modalities according to IOL . South Africa has been among the top troop contributors to MONUSCO, with the Presidency noting a force presence of over 700 soldiers deployed in support of the mission’s peacekeeping mandate. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the withdrawal reflects “the need to consolidate and realign the resources of the South African National Defence Force” after 27 years of South African support to UN peacekeeping efforts in the DRC. ADVERTISEMENT While the drawdown marks a major operational shift, Pretoria framed it as a repositioning rather than a disengagement from the DRC. Magwenya said South Africa will continue close bilateral relations with Kinshasa and provide ongoing support to multilateral peace initiatives led by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) , the African Union (AU) and the United Nations, aimed at achieving lasting peace in the country. MONUSCO originally established by the UN Security Council in 1999 in the context of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement has evolved into one of the UN’s largest and most complex peace operations, with a mandate that includes protecting civilians and supporting stabilisation and peace consolidation efforts. In its public background on the mission, the UN notes that MONUSCO is authorised to use necessary means to carry out elements of this mandate, including protection tasks. ADVERTISEMENT Magwenya said the withdrawal process is expected to be completed before the end of 2026, and that Ramaphosa welcomed the UN Secretary-General’s appreciation for South Africa’s contribution. For observers, the key takeaway is that South Africa is signalling continuity in diplomatic and regional engagement maintaining bilateral cooperation with the DRC while prioritising multilateral mechanisms beyond MONUSCO to support stability. Trending Now Kenya, China Sign Deal for 80 Off-Grid Solar Systems . Energy and Power Kenya Ebola: Five Patients Discharged, 52 Contacts Monitored . Public Health Alerts DRC Opens London Forum Seeking Partnerships, Not Aid . | Economy Kenya's Rironi–Naivasha Highway: 90% Earthworks, December Target . 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At COP30, President Tshisekedi presents DRC as a “solution country” as France leads $2.5B global initiative to protect Congo’s rainforest and climate future. Belém, Brazil, November 6, 2025. At the heart of this year’s COP30 summit, held deep in the Brazilian Amazon, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is making headlines, not as a victim of climate change, but as a central player in the fight against it. The summit, gathering representatives from 143 countries, including nearly 100 heads of state, has placed rainforest nations like the DRC, Brazil, and Indonesia at the center of global climate policy. Among them, President Félix Tshisekedi arrived in Belém on November 6 with a clear message: Congo is a “solution country.” “No global climate solution is possible without the Congo Basin,” Tshisekedi’s delegation affirmed. “We are custodians of the planet’s second lung.” $2.5 Billion Forest Protection Initiative Launched In an exclusive reveal by Reuters, France is leading a $2.5 billion funding initiative to safeguard the Congo rainforest, the world’s second-largest tropical forest, from deforestation and degradation. Backed by Britain, Germany, Belgium, and Norway, the initiative is part of a wider effort to mobilize international climate finance to protect carbon sinks vital to humanity’s survival. While Brazil’s Amazon is the visual symbol of the COP30 summit, the Congo Basin is increasingly recognized as equally critical. This funding could bolster DRC’s capacity for forest monitoring, community-based conservation, and sustainable development in vulnerable regions. “Mobilizing more money to protect Congo’s forests is no longer optional,” said one climate policy expert. “It is a global responsibility.” Tshisekedi’s Vision: From Victim to Global Environmental Leader In his remarks to the Summit of Heads of State, President Tshisekedi positioned the DRC not as a dependent actor, but as a co-leader in global climate governance. Continue Reading Full Article REGIONAL DIPLOMACY At COP30, DRC Secures Global Spotlight with $2.5B Forest Initiative By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Nov 7, 2025 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Belém, Brazil, November 6, 2025. At the heart of this year’s COP30 summit, held deep in the Brazilian Amazon, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is making headlines, not as a victim of climate change, but as a central player in the fight against it. The summit, gathering representatives from 143 countries, including nearly 100 heads of state, has placed rainforest nations like the DRC, Brazil, and Indonesia at the center of global climate policy. Among them, President Félix Tshisekedi arrived in Belém on November 6 with a clear message: Congo is a “solution country.” “No global climate solution is possible without the Congo Basin,” Tshisekedi’s delegation affirmed. “We are custodians of the planet’s second lung.” $2.5 Billion Forest Protection Initiative Launched In an exclusive reveal by Reuters, France is leading a $2.5 billion funding initiative to safeguard the Congo rainforest, the world’s second-largest tropical forest, from deforestation and degradation. ADVERTISEMENT Backed by Britain, Germany, Belgium, and Norway, the initiative is part of a wider effort to mobilize international climate finance to protect carbon sinks vital to humanity’s survival. While Brazil’s Amazon is the visual symbol of the COP30 summit, the Congo Basin is increasingly recognized as equally critical. This funding could bolster DRC’s capacity for forest monitoring, community-based conservation, and sustainable development in vulnerable regions. “Mobilizing more money to protect Congo’s forests is no longer optional,” said one climate policy expert. “It is a global responsibility.” ADVERTISEMENT Tshisekedi’s Vision: From Victim to Global Environmental Leader In his remarks to the Summit of Heads of State, President Tshisekedi positioned the DRC not as a dependent actor, but as a co-leader in global climate governance. The DRC is home to: Over 60% of the Congo Basin rainforest One of the world’s largest carbon reserves is in its peatlands Untapped potential for renewable energy and green minerals Tshisekedi’s leadership has placed Congo’s forests at the center of climate diplomacy, and his government is leveraging this visibility to attract green investments and international respect. Trending Now Kenya, China Sign Deal for 80 Off-Grid Solar Systems . Energy and Power Kenya Ebola: Five Patients Discharged, 52 Contacts Monitored . Public Health Alerts DRC Opens London Forum Seeking Partnerships, Not Aid . | Economy Kenya's Rironi–Naivasha Highway: 90% Earthworks, December Target . Transport and Logistics Popular Today Policy and Reforms DRC Assembly Backs $625m for Schools, Businesses and Health . Economic Policies DRC Creates Deposit Guarantee Fund to Protect Bank Customers . Social Service DRC Moves to Bring More Public Workers Onto the Payroll . Development DRC Plans $440 Million for Rural Water, Electricity and Infrastructure . Opposition Politics Why C64 Plans a July 8 March to Demand Tshisekedi's Resignation . ADVERTISEMENT “We are no longer invisible. The DRC is at the table, not on the menu,” one Kinshasa official told XtraAfrica. Climate Diplomacy as a Tool for Sovereignty Beyond the environment, this moment reflects a broader strategy: under Tshisekedi, the DRC is using climate diplomacy to reposition itself as a respected actor in global affairs, not just a source of raw materials or conflict headlines. The $2.5 billion French-led fund also sends a signal that international partners now see the value of investing in Congolese-led solutions, rather than imposing top-down models. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Policy and Reforms DRC Assembly Backs $625m for Schools, Businesses and Health Lawmakers back four financing bills supporting entrepreneurs, primary education, maternal health . 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Ethiopia is gearing up to initiate trial trading under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), signaling a significant leap in the continent's trade integration efforts. According to Gebremeskel Chala, Minister of the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI), Ethiopia is aligning its strategies to engage in the preliminary exchange of goods with selected African nations. The move comes as part of Ethiopia's commitment to the AfCFTA, aiming to eliminate 90% of import tariffs on agricultural and industrial products over the next decade. Additionally, the country plans to gradually remove tariffs on 7% of goods and exempt strategic items, ensuring policy flexibility. By approving tariffs for 6,000 commodities, Ethiopia positions itself as a key player in what is anticipated to become the world's largest free trade zone. This development is in line with the African Union's Agenda 2063, which envisions an economically robust continent. This strategic step, endorsed by African Union member states, marks a milestone in realizing intra-African trade potentials and fostering economic integration across the continent. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Mar 23, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Gebremeskel Chala, Minister of the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI) Ethiopia is gearing up to initiate trial trading under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), signaling a significant leap in the continent's trade integration efforts. According to Gebremeskel Chala, Minister of the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI), Ethiopia is aligning its strategies to engage in the preliminary exchange of goods with selected African nations. The move comes as part of Ethiopia's commitment to the AfCFTA, aiming to eliminate 90% of import tariffs on agricultural and industrial products over the next decade. Additionally, the country plans to gradually remove tariffs on 7% of goods and exempt strategic items, ensuring policy flexibility. ADVERTISEMENT By approving tariffs for 6,000 commodities, Ethiopia positions itself as a key player in what is anticipated to become the world's largest free trade zone. This development is in line with the African Union's Agenda 2063, which envisions an economically robust continent. This strategic step, endorsed by African Union member states, marks a milestone in realizing intra-African trade potentials and fostering economic integration across the continent. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kenya, China Sign Deal for 80 Off-Grid Solar Systems . Energy and Power Kenya Ebola: Five Patients Discharged, 52 Contacts Monitored . Public Health Alerts DRC Opens London Forum Seeking Partnerships, Not Aid . | Economy Kenya's Rironi–Naivasha Highway: 90% Earthworks, December Target . Transport and Logistics Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

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