On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, Togolese leader Faure Gnassingbé held a high-level meeting in Lomé with Floribert Anzuluni, Minister of Regional Integration for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), during his official visit to Togo.
Diplomatic mission delivers Tshisekedi’s official message on eastern DRC stabilization
During the private audience, the Congolese envoy presented a formal written communication from DRC President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo to Gnassingbé, outlining urgent priorities for the eastern DRC peace process. Anzuluni confirmed post-meeting that the document underscored “the critical role Togo’s president plays as African Union mediator in resolving the conflict in eastern DRC.”
The minister also briefed Gnassingbé on recent progress in Kinshasa’s disarmament programs targeting armed groups in the region, a key step toward long-term stability in eastern provinces such as North Kivu and South Kivu.
Lomé becomes a regional hub for Congo peace negotiations
This strategic meeting reinforces Togo’s active diplomatic role in supporting peace and stability across the Great Lakes region. Since his appointment as African Union mediator in April 2025, Gnassingbé has spearheaded intensified dialogue, hosting multiple high-level summits in Lomé to align African-led peace initiatives, enforce ceasefire commitments, and advance political solutions to the DRC crisis.
Key outcomes from the Anzuluni-Gnassingbé talks
- Direct Tshisekedi communication: A formal letter outlining DRC’s strategic priorities for peace talks.
- Regional disarmament updates: Fresh data on disarmament programs targeting armed groups in eastern DRC.
- Coordinated peace framework: Alignment with African Union and regional stakeholders to consolidate ceasefire agreements.
How Lomé’s mediation efforts could reshape eastern DRC’s security future
Analysts view Gnassingbé’s mediation as a turning point for a conflict that has displaced millions and destabilized cross-border trade. By positioning Lomé as a neutral diplomatic hub, the Togolese government is actively bridging divides between Kinshasa and rebel factions, while rallying African partners to commit to sustainable peace initiatives.
The meeting signals a renewed push for unified regional action, with stakeholders emphasizing the need for immediate humanitarian relief and long-term economic recovery in eastern DRC communities.
