Jason Stearns
Jason Stearns is a renowned expert on the political and social dynamics of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He has conducted extensive research on the country's conflicts, particularly focusing on the role of armed groups and the impact of regional politics. Stearns is often cited in discussions surrounding the historical context of violence in the DRC, including the implications of the Rwandan genocide and the multifaceted nature of ethnic tensions. His work aims to provide a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in the Congolese conflicts and inform discussions on peacebuilding and reconciliation efforts.
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Jason Stearns is a strategic advisor at a Congolese research institute on politics and violence.
Entre Kinshasa et le M23, la bataille pour le ciel congolais
France· 2026-03-07Jason Stearns is a professor of international relations at Simon Fraser University in Canada and co-founder of Ebuteli, a research institute in Kinshasa.
« Les accords de Washington peuvent-ils stopper la guerre ? » – IWACU
Burundi· 2025-12-19
Prof Jason Stearns, a Canada-based political scientist who specializes in the region, told the BBC that the view in M23 circles was that 'they need more leverage in the negotiations'.
Can Trump's shattered plan be glued back together?
United Kingdom· 2025-12-13
Jason Stearns, a former UN investigator, said Rwanda only caved to enormous pressure from Washington.
Inside the renewed escalation in eastern Congo as peace deals falter
Tanzania· 2025-09-18
Jason Stearns, a former U.N. investigator in Congo, found it surprising that M23 was not targeted by the new mining-related sanctions.
Inside the mine that feeds the tech world and funds Congo’s rebelsTanzania· 2025-08-13
Jason Stearns, a Congo expert, said he was surprised that PARECO-FF, not M23, had been targeted in the new mining-related sanctions.
US imposes sanctions on Congo armed group, mining firms over illicit mineralsTanzania· 2025-08-13
Jason Stearns, a Congo expert at Simon Fraser University, questioned the economic incentives in the Washington deal.
Trump’s peace-for-business campaign hits roadblocks in Congo
Canada· 2025-08-11
Prof Jason Stearns discussed Qatar's economic interests in Rwanda and its mediation role.
How Trump wants US companies to cash inUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-28
Jason Stearns expressed cautious optimism about the peace process despite its challenges.
Blandade reaktioner på Trumps fredsavtal för Kongo
Sweden· 2025-06-30
Jason Stearns, a political scientist, commented on the peace process and the challenges it faces.
Rwanda, Congo sign peace deal in US to end fighting, attract investment
Guyana· 2025-06-28
Jason Stearns, a professor at Simon Fraser University, commented on the peace process.
Ruanda e R. D. Congo assinam acordo de paz mediado por Trump | África
Portugal· 2025-06-28
Jason Stearns has traced the life path of rebel leader Sultani Makenga.
Kommandeur der M23-Rebellentruppe: Sultani Makenga führt Offensive in Kongo an - Politik
Germany· 2025-02-11
Jason Stearns has traced the life path of rebel leader Sultani Makenga.
Kommandeur der M23-Rebellentruppe: Sultani Makenga führt Offensive in Kongo an - PolitikGermany· 2025-02-11