Why Rwanda’s Kagame blames Belgium for Congo crisis

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Rwandan President Paul Kagame in military gear. Pool

President Paul Kagame has called on citizens to prepare for the economic and political impact of sanctions imposed by several Western countries over Rwanda’s alleged support for the M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Speaking at a citizen outreach event in Kigali on Sunday, Mr Kagame acknowledged the hardship ahead, urging unity and resilience among Rwandans.