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SA's mandate in the DRC and what is going wrong

The article discusses South Africa's involvement in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission aimed at stabilizing the region amidst ongoing conflicts. South Africa has deployed troops to help quell the violence, particularly against groups like M23, which has been accused of human rights abuses. However, the mission faces several challenges: there's a lack of clear strategy, coordination issues among the different forces involved, and logistical problems. Additionally, the mission has encountered resistance from local militias, leading to casualties among South African soldiers. Critics argue that South Africa's military might be overstretched, with concerns about the readiness and equipment of the troops. There's also political debate within South Africa about the benefits versus the costs of such foreign military engagements, questioning whether the mission aligns with national interests or if it's more about regional solidarity. The article highlights the complexities of peacekeeping in the volatile eastern DRC, where numerous armed groups operate, and the mission's success is uncertain due to these multifaceted issues.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-za/politics/government/sa-s-mandate-in-the-drc-and-what-is-going-wrong/ar-AA1yGRRu ]