Former Congolese Prime Minister Adolphe Muzito gave an interview to France 24. He said that since Rwanda "understands only the language of force", the Democratic Republic of Congo should prepare for war with Rwanda.

Kigali is accused by Bangui of supporting the M23 rebel armed group in North Kivu, and of lootingCongolese mineral resources. The former Prime Minister said that the first constraint of the election is the "respect of the deadlines" provided by law and promised by Felix Tshisekedi.