The leaders of South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo have agreed to revive a hydroelectric scheme. The Grand Inga Dam project is a series of 7 proposed hydroelectric power stations across the Congo river, and would be the largest of its kind.
Image caption: Kakwenza Rukirabashaija appeared in court in 2022 on charges of offensive communication
He also wants to return home despite the threats he faces, the 35-year-old said in an interview with Focus on Africa.
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