In a bid to enhance regional security and bolster economic ties, Uganda’s Internal Security Organisation (ISO) has successfully brokered a peace agreement with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), aimed at curbing cross-border crime and promoting unity between the two nations.
The peace accord, signed on May 5, 2025, in Mahagi Territory, Ituri Province, was spearheaded by Gen Taban Amin, ISO’s Deputy Director General for Special Operations.
The agreement addresses long-standing security issues such as gun-related robberies, illegal trade, and general instability that have plagued border communities for years.
Gen Taban Amin highlighted the significance of the agreement, describing it as a turning point for both Uganda and DRC.
“We must respect one another and restore lasting peace by learning from our history. This agreement is a new chapter of unity—not division,” he said during the signing ceremony.
Under the terms of the agreement, Uganda and DRC will collaborate in monitoring border activities, cracking down on petty crime, and facilitating the flow of legitimate trade. The pact is aligned with the Pan-African ideals of peace and socio-economic transformation championed by the East African Community (EAC).
The ceremony was attended by key figures including Col Disanoa Laula, military administrator of Mahagi, and Catherine Akumu Mavejjina, MP for Elderly Persons in Northern Uganda, who represented Uganda’s commitment to peaceful coexistence. Col Laula hailed the agreement as a major milestone in regional diplomacy. “This peace pact is more than security—it’s a symbol of brotherhood and mutual respect. We must protect it and allow trade to thrive,” he stated.
Robert Abak, the Nebbi RDC welcomed the peace deal, describing it as “a timely move” that would strengthen trade relations and foster peace in the region.
He emphasized that communities on both sides of the border have long been interconnected, and this agreement provides the foundation for a safer, more prosperous future for all.
With ISO leading the charge, both Uganda and DRC are now poised to enjoy a more secure, cooperative, and economically vibrant future.