President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo fulfilled a campaign promise by appointing Judith Suminwa Tuluka as the country’s first female Prime Minister. Tuluka steps into her role amidst worsening violence in the mineral-rich eastern region, promising to prioritize peace and development. However, the formation of a new government could take months due to negotiations with numerous political parties. The eastern Congo, plagued by armed groups seeking control of resources, faces a humanitarian crisis with over 7 million displaced people. Recent territorial gains by rebel groups, including the prominent M23, have intensified violence, leading to concerns of a regional conflict.