Operation Kitona: How Rwanda Almost Took Over Congo: The Bold Move and Global Power Struggles that Transformed Central Africa (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798271093890)

In August 1998, a daring operation unfolded deep in the heart of Central Africa. With a bold strike, Rwanda launched Operation Kitona, a mission that nearly toppled the Congo's government and changed the fate of the entire region. But what was behind this audacious move? How did Rwanda's military come within 30 kilometers of seizing the capital, Kinshasa, and what consequences did it have on not only Congo but the entire African continent?

This gripping, untold story of Operation Kitona explores how a small but powerful country like Rwanda, driven by military precision, could disrupt the balance of power in the Congo and ignite a larger, deadly regional war. Written with unprecedented insight, this book uncovers how Rwanda's elite forces used ingenuity, surprise, and cunning tactics to launch a successful operation that would change the political landscape of Central Africa forever.

Who should read this book?

• Military enthusiasts: Discover the complex strategies and decision-making of Rwanda's forces and how they executed an operation that defied all expectations.

• History buffs: Gain insight into one of Africa's most intense and overlooked military campaigns-an operation that shaped the future of Congo and its neighbors.

• Global power dynamics followers: See how regional tensions, military ambition, and foreign intervention sparked a war that involved nine nations and changed the geopolitics of Central Africa.

Why should you read it?

• Suspense and Drama: Dive into the high-risk moves and unpredictable twists of military operations, filled with tension and high-stakes moments.

• Unravel hidden history: Get a rare, insider look into the political games, covert strategies, and the human toll behind Operation Kitona-a conflict that continues to haunt Africa today.

• A thrilling journey: Whether you're drawn to the intensity of military operations, the political intrigue of African nations, or the shocking events that could have changed the map of Africa forever-this book delivers it all.

What will you learn?

• The strategic importance of the Kitona base and how it could have brought down a government.

• Rwanda's military brilliance and how their tactics nearly altered the balance of power.

• The devastating consequences for Congo, Rwanda, and the broader African region-and how the conflict escalated into one of Africa's bloodiest wars.

When did it all unfold?
In August 1998, as Rwanda's military advanced on Kinshasa, the world watched in stunned disbelief. Within days, the situation spiraled into Africa's World War, as several neighboring nations rushed to intervene.

This book isn't just about a military operation; it's about the fate of nations, the fragility of power, and the lasting scars left by conflict.

Get your copy now to uncover the dramatic, high-stakes journey of Operation Kitona-a war that nearly changed the course of Central Africa's history. Don't miss out on the unwritten truths and hidden stories waiting to be revealed within these pages.

Are you ready to uncover what happened in the shadows of this bold military move?