The conflict in eastern Congo has escalated with M23 rebels seizing control of Goma and Bukavu amidst rising violence, leading to thousands of deaths since January. This crisis, largely overlooked by Canada, reflects a deeper issue rooted in the region's history and resource extraction. Experts emphasize that the M23, reportedly backed by Rwanda, disguises its motives under the guise of protecting Tutsis while simultaneously engaging in the smuggling of minerals crucial for global technology, which exacerbates the humanitarian situation and displaces millions.
"Whatever is happening in Congo should be perceived as an international conflict. It's not limited to Congo," said Evelyn Namakula Mayanja, highlighting the global implications of the crisis.
The M23 rebels are largely made up of Tutsi fighters and claim to represent them, but they are also implicated in smuggling valuable mineral resources out of Congo.
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