This open letter serves to draw your attention to Rwanda’s gold exports. I wish to highlight two facts regarding Rwanda’s gold exports. 

The DRC’s infrastructure and human resources, essential for safeguarding its national security and securing its borders, have long been in a state of collapse. Institutions dedicated to education and medical healthcare have been severely damaged, while institutions that promote law and justice have been hollowed out, perpetuating the illusion of the rule of law in the DRC. 

Prior to the United States Senate’s declaration naming M23 a Rwandan proxy terrorist organization on May 23, 2025, the United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) had already imposed sanctions on James Kabarebe.

I implore you, President Trump, to allow Kagame this chance to present himself as a strong leader on July 4. By delaying the peace agreement until then, you will help him avoid an unwarranted humiliation that could have lasting repercussions for both Rwanda and the region.

The US has crafted a decisive win-win strategy in the DRC-Rwanda quagmire. The DRC industrializes and reclaims its territorial integrity,...

The World Bank’s Human Capital Index places Rwanda at 160th out of 174 countries. Human capital refers to knowledge, skills, and good health which empowers people to achieve their potential and drives economic growth. At 160th out of 174 countries, Rwanda is an utter disaster.