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Who Would Benefit From DRC-Rwanda Confrontation? Congolese Professor Knows Answer
Who Would Benefit From DRC-Rwanda Confrontation? Congolese Professor Knows Answer
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The conflict between the DRC government and rebel forces has intensified in recent weeks. According to local media, M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda... 30.01.2025, Sputnik Africa
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Multinational companies are the ultimate beneficiaries of the conflict between the DRC and Rwanda when it comes to valuable materials, Alphonse Maindo, a professor of political science at the University of Kisangani in the DRC, in an interview with Sputnik Africa.As Rwandan exports of coltan increase and find their way to major producers, these resources benefit multinationals, mainly Western ones, he explained.Moreover, many Congolese "have the impression that France is playing a kind of double game on this issue," Maindo continued, highlighting the puzzling lack of a firm stance from Paris, especially given France's prominent position in denouncing the conflict in Ukraine.Furthermore, Maindo noted that anti-Western sentiment in Africa is increasing, as many agreements have not only undermined the sovereignty of African nations but have also jeopardized their future development.These agreements also affect the development of African states, he noted, while discussing the cessation of military cooperation with Paris, initiated by several African countries.To counter this trend, he suggested that Western powers should engage in thoughtful dialogue with African elites. This approach would help establish "a partnership that's truly a partnership of equals, a mutually beneficial partnership." If this does not occur, Maindo warned, the situation could "go from bad to worse."
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Who Would Benefit From DRC-Rwanda Confrontation? Congolese Professor Knows Answer
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The conflict between the DRC government and rebel forces has intensified in recent weeks. According to local media, M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, have taken control of several towns, including Goma, a city with a population of two million. This heightened conflict has led to the deaths of over a hundred soldiers.
Multinational companies are the ultimate beneficiaries of the
conflict between the DRC and Rwanda when it comes to valuable materials, Alphonse Maindo, a professor of political science at the University of Kisangani in the DRC, in an interview with Sputnik Africa.
"If we look at the final beneficiaries of this conflict in terms of precious materials, we know the multinationals that can profit from it," he noted.
As Rwandan exports of coltan increase and find their way to major producers, these resources benefit multinationals, mainly
Western ones, he explained.
Moreover, many Congolese "have the impression that France is playing a kind of double game on this issue," Maindo continued, highlighting the puzzling lack of a firm stance from Paris, especially given France's prominent position in denouncing the conflict in Ukraine.
"We've even seen that funding is being provided to Rwanda, notably through the European Union, to finance Rwandan troops, and I remind you that we're talking about millions of deaths," Maindo emphasized.
Furthermore, Maindo noted that anti-Western sentiment in Africa is increasing, as many agreements have not only undermined the sovereignty of African nations but have also jeopardized their future development.
These agreements also affect the development of African states, he noted, while discussing the cessation of military cooperation with
Paris, initiated by several African countries.
"That's why there's this feeling of rejection of the West that's gaining more and more ground across the black continent," the professor remarked.
To counter this trend, he suggested that Western powers should engage in thoughtful dialogue with African elites. This approach would help establish "a partnership that's truly a partnership of equals, a mutually beneficial partnership." If this does not occur, Maindo warned, the situation could "go from bad to worse."
