The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Minister of Regional Integration, Floribert Anzuluni, concluded a critical diplomatic mission in Burundi on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Leading a high-level delegation, he presented a confidential message from President Félix Tshisekedi to Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye, who also serves as the current Chairperson of the African Union.

During the hour-long meeting in Gitega, Anzuluni emphasized that his visit was conducted in his capacity as a special envoy of the Congolese Head of State. The discussions primarily focused on strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations and addressing regional security challenges, particularly in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The Congolese minister conveyed President Tshisekedi’s appreciation for President Ndayishimiye’s leadership in promoting peace across the Great Lakes region. He noted that both nations share deep historical ties built on friendship, solidarity, and cooperation, which were further reinforced during President Ndayishimiye’s recent official visit to Kinshasa in June 2026.

Anzuluni’s diplomatic tour included stops in Uganda and Togo, where he engaged with regional leaders on matters of mutual concern. In Kampala, he met with President Yoweri Museveni, while in Lomé, he held discussions with Togo’s Prime Minister and the African Union’s mediator in the conflict involving Rwanda’s alleged support for the M23 rebellion in eastern DRC.

The ongoing conflict in eastern DRC remains a pressing issue, with the M23 rebellion—backed by Rwanda according to Kinshasa and international observers—continuing its operations against government forces. Despite diplomatic efforts in Washington and Doha, a sustainable resolution to the crisis has yet to materialize.

“I had the honor of meeting His Excellency President Évariste Ndayishimiye as the special envoy of President Félix Tshisekedi. I delivered a confidential message from the Congolese President, which focused on deepening bilateral relations and addressing security concerns in the eastern DRC—a shared priority for both our nations,” Anzuluni stated.