South Africa’s Congo deployment: Rwanda showdown a risk

South Africa’s Congo deployment: Rwanda showdown a risk

In a pivotal regional initiative, South Africa spearheads a 16-nation effort to address conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
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In a pivotal regional initiative, South Africa spearheads Operation Thiba, a 16-nation Southern African Development Community effort to address conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Facing a complex situation involving displaced millions and rich mineral resources, the mission replaces a long-standing UN force. Amid tensions with Rwanda's alleged support for rebels, South Africa, Tanzania, and Malawi's deployment, though ambitious, strains national resources. Funding uncertainties and inadequate air cover pose significant challenges, reflecting a precarious venture into a volatile conflict zone.

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By Antony Sguazzin and Michael J. Kavanagh

South Africa is leading a regional force that's deploying into eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and risks being caught up in a conflict that has displaced 7 million people.

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