Regional security experts from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have convened in Malawi to address escalating security concerns in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Madagascar, and Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado Province.

The 28th Meeting of the Ministerial Committee of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation focused on tackling political, defence, and security challenges threatening regional stability.

The DRC’s eastern region remains volatile due to armed groups displacing communities, while Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado faces ongoing insurgent attacks since 2017, disrupting billions in natural gas projects.Madagascar’s inclusion highlights growing security concerns on the island.Tanzania’s high-level delegation, led by Ambassador Said Shaib Mussa, emphasized regional security cooperation.The meeting also discussed preserving SADC’s liberation history, including distributing works by late Brigadier General Hashim Mbita in Kiswahili.Plans for a documentary and museums to honor founders were proposed.The outcomes will influence future security strategies and resource allocation for peace-building efforts in Southern Africa.