Alupo Arrives in Washington to Represent Museveni as Tshisekedi, Kagame Ink Peace Deal

Vice President Jessica Alupo arrived in Washington, D.C., last night to represent President Yoweri Museveni at the signing of the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity, a landmark agreement aimed at ending years of tension between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda.

Uganda is in an electoral process that will culminate in the January 15, elections. President Museveni who is a candidate, is on the campaign trail.

The accord, scheduled to be signed today, will be endorsed by DRC President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame. The deal is expected to pave the way for improved security cooperation in eastern DRC, reduced hostilities along the shared border, and renewed efforts toward regional stability in the Great Lakes region.

Alupo joins other East African leaders invited to witness the historic signing, including Kenya’s President William Ruto and Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye.

Diplomatic observers say the agreement, brokered with support from international partners, marks one of the most significant attempts in recent years to resolve long-standing grievances and foster economic collaboration between Kigali and Kinshasa.

Uganda’s participation underscores President Museveni’s continued interest in supporting regional peacebuilding initiatives and stabilizing cross-border relations in East and Central Africa.

The ceremony will take place later today in Washington, D.C., with leaders and delegates expressing optimism that the accord will usher in a new chapter of cooperation and prosperity for the region.