Rwandan-backed rebels advance in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. They've captured a regional capital, and are vowing to reach Kinshasa. The conflict is causing a humanitarian crisis. Can mediation by regional leaders stop the fighting?

In this Episode:  

• Nicodemus Minde, Researcher, East Africa Peace and Security Governance Program, Institute for Security Studies.
• Crystal Orderson, Journalist, The Africa Report.
• Yinka Adegoke, Editor, Semafor Africa. 

Host: James Bays

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