Angola will attempt to broker direct talks between Congo and M23

12/3/2025 6:46

Angola said on Tuesday it would attempt to broker direct talks between Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in the coming days.

It was not immediately clear if the Congolese government, which has repeatedly refused to hold talks with the M23, would take part in discussions.



Congo's presidential spokesperson told Reuters authorities took note of this initiative, while a M23 deputy spokesperson called it "a victory of reason" and confirmed the group's presence at the negotiations.



The Southern African country has been trying to mediate a lasting ceasefire and de-escalate tensions between Congo and neighbouring Rwanda, which has been accused of backing the Tutsi-led rebel group.



Rwanda denies providing arms and troops to M23 rebels, and says its forces are acting in self defence against the Congolese army and militias hostile to Kigali.