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title: "Watch – Redi Tlhabi & Michela Wrong on Rwanda–DRC peace deal and tensions"
description: "Redi Tlhabi speaks with journalist and author Michela Wrong about the murky peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. What’s really driving this latest effort: justice, minerals, or Trump’s quest for a Nobel Peace Prize? Wrong unpacks the long-standing roots of the conflict, Rwanda’s covert military interventions, and the DRC’s strategic value in a world desperate for critical minerals. Together, they explore the price of transactional peace, the manipulation of genocide trauma, and the fragile political future of both nations."
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published: "2025-07-23T14:32:53"
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# Watch – Redi Tlhabi & Michela Wrong on Rwanda–DRC peace deal and tensions

> Redi Tlhabi speaks with journalist and author Michela Wrong about the murky peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. What’s really driving this latest effort: justice, minerals, or Trump’s quest for a Nobel Peace Prize? Wrong unpacks the long-standing roots of the conflict, Rwanda’s covert military interventions, and the DRC’s strategic value in a world desperate for critical minerals. Together, they explore the price of transactional peace, the manipulation of genocide trauma, and the fragile political future of both nations.

By Redi Tlhabi · Published 23 July 2025, 16:32 SAST · Updated 23 July 2025, 16:32 SAST

## Key points
- After three decades of peeling back the layers of Africa's complex narratives, Michela Wrong’s latest literary endeavor, "Do Not Disturb," shines a critical spotlight on Kagame's iron grip, proving that some truths are just too loud to ignore—especially when they come wrapped in a well-researched book.
- Renowned journalist Michela Wrong has over 30 years of experience covering Africa for major outlets like Reuters and the BBC.
- Her notable works include critical examinations of political figures and corruption, such as Mobutu Sese Seko and Kenyan politics.
- Wrong's latest book, "Do Not Disturb," critiques the authoritarian regime of Rwandan President Paul Kagame.
- The discussion, hosted by Redi Tlhabi, delves into Wrong's insights on African governance and the importance of journalism in democracy.

## Content

Michela Wrong has spent more than three decades writing about Africa, working for the likes of Reuters, the BBC, Financial Times, Guardian, New Statesman and Spectator. Her books include “In the Footsteps of Mr Kurtz”, the story of Mobutu Sese Seko, “I didn’t do it for you”, on Eritrea, “It’s Our Turn to Eat”, an examination of Kenyan corruption, and “Borderlines”, a novel set in the Horn. Her latest book, “Do Not Disturb”, is a critique of Rwandan President Paul Kagame’s repressive rule.

[YouTube video: "YouTube video"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRR_C_6IxKU)

[Media](https://player.simplecast.com/0792c75f-2033-41dd-8ea2-0151690971b0?dark=false)

**Hosted** by Redi Tlhabi
**Guest**Michela Wrong**Produced by** Emilie Gambade, Bernard Kotze & Joel Seboa
**Original Theme Music & Design**by Bernard Kotze

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