I saw this yesterday but didn't post anything because the guy is a 'literal who' and not in the know about anything and I am sure is speculating.
He basically says Kobold is looking for employees, which is true they have active job listings on their website. It makes sense they are looking to expand the team in country regardless of Manono given they now have an agreed framework for exploration elsewhere.
You don't just hire a regional director and additional support staff unless the plan is to scale up. Muzito is refering to
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adolphe_Muzito and Alingete
https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jules_Alingete_Key/
Below is a translated summary (using AI):
- The speaker emphasizes that the U.S. is methodically building its presencein the DRC without deploying large numbers of troops. Instead:
- Drone operations, intelligence sharing, and infrastructure investments (via companies like Cobalt Metals) are the main tools.
- There are job postings for heavy machinery operators, geologists, and security experts—suggesting preparation for large-scale cobalt mining in Katanga.
- BM mentions that the U.S. won’t announce war or occupation—everything is happening via economic diplomacy and covert strategic setups.
Local Reaction and National Sovereignty
- BM warns Congolese to pay close attention: While it may seem like a good opportunity (jobs, development), the real agenda is mineral control.
- He urges Congolese to ask: “What will be the national benefit from all this? Who controls the resources?”
- There is a risk that Congolese institutions will be relegated to spectators while foreign powers make the real decisions.
François Beya Trial: Symbolic Judgment?
- BM discusses at length the case of François Beya, former presidential security advisor.
- Although accused of conspiracy, insulting the head of state, and violating state security, the public prosecutor only asked for 1 year of imprisonment.
- The court’s leniency is seen as a signal that power plays, not justice, dominate Congolese politics.
- BM criticizes the decision, calling it a soft slap on the wrist for someone accused of serious crimes.
“Return of Kabila” Strategy Through M23
- BM insists that Rwanda is using the M23 rebels as political leverage to bring back Joseph Kabila into Congolese governance.
- The M23 has publicly stated that they want to see Kabila involved in the peace agreement process.
- This could:
- Legitimize Kabila’s comeback without elections.
- Weaken the Tshisekedi administration’s image of reform.
- Create parallel power centers that undermine national unity.
Martin Fayulu and the National Dialogue
- Opposition leader Martin Fayulu is calling for a national dialogue that precedes the formation of the new government.
- He argues that forming a government without inclusive dialogue will only repeat past mistakes.
- However, the ruling party believes the priority should be peace with the M23 first before political restructuring.
Closing Reflections
- BM ends with a serious warning: “Wake up, Congolese people.”
- The peace process risks being captured by outside interests, and Congolese leaders may fall into the same traps as before.
- He appeals to citizens, the church, and civil society to demand transparency, accountability, and national interest in all dealings—whether internal or external.
