Leaders of Eastern and Southern African regional blocs convened for a historic joint summit to address the escalating conflict in eastern Congo. The summit aimed to find a solution to the crisis caused by the rapid advance of Rwandan-backed rebels, particularly the M23 rebels, who recently captured Goma, the largest city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
The situation has raised concerns about the potential for a wider war and has resulted in thousands of casualties. Despite announcing a ceasefire, the rebels have continued their march towards the city of Bukavu, further intensifying the conflict.
