The EAC and SADC are under growing pressure to translate diplomatic engagements into concrete action to prevent further destabilization in the region

Zambia and Tanzania on Friday called for an immediate ceasefire and an end to hostilities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Expressing concern over the worsening security situation in eastern Congo, the two nations emphasized the need for dialogue among stakeholders to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

The SADC and East African Community (EAC) joint process has appointed three eminent former African leaders to facilitate efforts to find lasting peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) where hostilities between Government forces and rebels have resulted in the death of thousands of people and left millions homeless.