On February 1, 2025, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, called on several European clubs to end their sponsorship agreements with 'Visit Rwanda'.
Context
This request follows the worsening humanitarian crisis in the DRC. The minister wrote to Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain, questioning the morality of their partnerships. She cited a UN report indicating that there are 4,000 active Rwandan soldiers in the DRC.
Reactions
- Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner stated: 'Your sponsor is directly responsible for this misery.'
- She mentioned precarious living conditions in Goma, where thousands of people are trapped.
- The sponsorship agreements of these clubs with Visit Rwanda are criticized for their impact on the humanitarian situation.