During the discussions, the panel welcomed a recent resolution between the DRC and Rwanda, which resulted in a ceasefire by the rebels.

The leaders emphasized the importance of dialogue and cooperation between the DRC government and the M23 rebel group to foster a sustainable peace.

On May 17, 2025, a high-level meeting was convened in Lomé, Togo, to discuss diplomatic and peacebuilding efforts across Africa.

The meeting brought together former President Uhuru Kenyatta and other co-facilitators with AU Mediator President Faure Gnassingbé to focus on the peace process in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

The panel expressed gratitude to President Gnassingbé for his leadership and dedication to promoting peace in Africa.

The panel reaffirmed its commitment to achieving lasting stability in the DRC and its surrounding region.

They also highlighted the necessity for continued dialogue among conflicting parties on the continent.

This panel was formed in February 2025, merging the Luanda and Nairobi peace processes following a Joint Summit of SADC and EAC.

The primary goal of the meeting was to support ongoing commitments to peaceful resolutions in various conflicts, particularly in the DRC and its surrounding regions.

President Gnassingbé became the AU Mediator in April 2025, succeeding Joã o Lourenço, who stepped down due to increased responsibilities as AU Chairperson.

The panel of facilitators includes notable former leaders such as Olusegun Obasanjo (Nigeria), Mokgweetsi Masisi (Botswana), Catherine Samba-Panza (Central African Republic), and Sahle-Work Zewde (Ethiopia).

A statement from Uhuru's office underscored the commitment to fostering dialogue for a sustainable peace in the DRC and the broader region.