The African Union has welcomed the signing of a Peace Agreement between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Alliance Fleuve Congo / March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) on Saturday in Doha, Qatar.

• The agreement aims to bring lasting peace, security, and stability to eastern DRC after years of conflict.
• Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, praised regional and international efforts in facilitating the peace process.
• This development is seen as a breakthrough offering renewed hope for cooperation and sustainable peace in the region.