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The group cites concerns over Tanzania’s recent elections, alleging irregularities and repression, and warns that the visit could be seen as legitimising contested processes while raising questions about Kenya’s regional stance.
In its message, SADC reaffirmed that it stands ready to support Tanzania through established channels intended to help nations resolve political tension peacefully. It called for responsible leadership and restraint as communities and security agencies grapple with unrest.
In a statement on Sunday, September 28, 2025, AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Youssouf said he is closely monitoring the developments and regretted the destruction caused by the unrest.
President Ruto said the decision to bring together the Nairobi and Luanda processes into one harmonised EAC–SADC peace platform was driven by the scale and urgency of the crisis in North and South Kivu.
Uhuru attended the session in his role as the African Union-Kenya Peace Envoy and the official facilitator of the EAC-led Nairobi peace process.
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has decided to end its military mission in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with immediate effect.
