Nairobi, Kenya| Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Soipan Tuya, took part in a high-level East African Community (EAC) Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defence meeting in Nairobi on Saturday.
The meeting, held ahead of a joint EAC-Southern African Development Community (SADC) session in Harare, Zimbabwe, was aimed at advancing regional efforts to restore peace and stability in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Chaired by Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary, H.E. Musalia Mudavadi, the meeting focused on developing a comprehensive roadmap for tackling the ongoing security crisis in eastern DRC.
Delegates engaged in discussions on technical and logistical support for the EAC-SADC peace initiative, which seeks to strengthen cooperation between the two regional blocs in addressing the prolonged conflict in the area.
The talks were held against the backdrop of escalating violence in the eastern DRC, where armed groups continue to destabilize the region, causing widespread displacement and humanitarian crises.
The meeting explored ways to enhance regional peacekeeping efforts, humanitarian assistance, and intelligence sharing to counter these threats effectively.
Officials also emphasized the need for stronger diplomatic engagement with the DRC government and key stakeholders to ensure a coordinated response.
Speaking at the forum, CS Tuya reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to regional security, highlighting the Kenya Defence Forces’ (KDF) ongoing role in peacekeeping missions.
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She stressed the importance of sustained regional collaboration in stabilizing the conflict-hit areas, adding that Kenya remains dedicated to supporting peace initiatives across the continent.
The meeting brought together several key dignitaries, including Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Charles Kahariri, EAC Secretary General, Veronica Nduva, and Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defence from EAC member states.
Their presence underscored the collective determination of regional leaders to find lasting solutions to the security crisis in eastern DRC.
With the Nairobi discussions laying the groundwork for further engagement, the upcoming EAC-SADC joint session in Harare is expected to refine strategies for technical support, military coordination, and diplomatic interventions.
As the region grapples with persistent security challenges, Kenya continues to play a leading role in promoting peace, stability, and economic cooperation within Africa.
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