

Truce believers: Rwanda and Congo’s fragile deal
29 snips Jun 30, 2025
Emmett Livingstone reports on the Congo, Henry Tricks dives into Meta's ambitious AI strategies, and Catherine Nixie analyzes the cultural implications of the manosphere. The conversation explores the historic truce between Rwanda and Congo, tackling its potential for lasting peace amidst complex regional tensions. They also discuss Zuckerberg's significant AI hiring initiative at Meta and the implications of burgeoning misogyny among young men, shedding light on societal shifts within the manosphere.
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Origins of Rwanda-Congo Conflict
- The conflict between Rwanda and Congo traces largely back to the 1994 Rwandan genocide of the Tutsi.
- This led to a complex, ongoing war involving ethnic tensions and militias in eastern Congo.
M23 Rebel Offensive Escalates
- In January, Rwandan-backed M23 rebels launched a violent offensive capturing key cities in eastern Congo.
- This severely weakened the Congolese army and escalated regional instability.
US Interests in Congo Peace
- After rebel advances, the US saw strategic value in stabilizing eastern Congo due to its rich mineral resources.
- Peace could enable American investments to compete with entrenched Chinese firms in the region.