In a recent diplomatic exchange between the USA State Department’s Africa Bureau and Patrick Muyaya, spokesperson for the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Minister of Communication and Media, conflicting priorities have surfaced.The USA State Department’s Africa Bureau tweeted, “Discussed with @PatrickMuyaya #DRC’s upcoming elections, humanitarian situation in the East, and freedom of expression. Freedom of speech is a critical component of a free, fair, and democratic process. I note with concern the ongoing detention of journalist Stanis Bujakera.”On the other hand, Patrick Muyaya shared his perspective in English, stating, “#DRC: Measures taken against #Rwanda, humanitarian situation in the East, elections, freedom of expression – discussions in #Washington with Molly Phee, Deputy Assistant Secretary for African Affairs. We salute the USA’s support for processes aiming at the return of peace. ????????????????.”While the USA State Department highlights discussions on elections, human rights, and freedom of expression, Muyaya’s tweet underscores measures against Rwanda, the humanitarian situation in the East, elections, and freedom of expression. The contrasting narratives spotlight the complex diplomatic landscape, inviting further analysis into the nuanced relationship between the two entities.