Congo’s army accused Rwandan forces—who Kinshasa claims are backing M23—of launching rockets and grenades into a crowd gathered in Bukavu’s central square on Thursday
Congo, M23 rebels trade accusations over deadly rally blasts Read More »
President Felix Tshisekedi plans to form a unity government in response to mounting pressure over military losses to M23 rebels in the eastern provinces.
Congo president plans unity government amid eastern crisis Read More »
The US Embassy in Burundi has ordered the families of its personnel to leave the country and authorized the departure of non-essential employees.
DRC conflict prompts US to evacuate diplomats from Burundi Read More »
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has launched a $40.4 million appeal to address the escalating humanitarian crisis caused by the ongoing violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Thousands flee Congo violence, UN launches emergency appeal Read More »
The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwandan Minister James Kabarebe for his support of the M23 armed group fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Rwanda minister sanctioned by US amid DRC fighting Read More »
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government has accused the Rwandan army of entering the eastern city of Bukavu, condemning Rwanda’s “plan to occupy” the country.
DR Congo says Rwandan army entered Bukavu, warns residents Read More »
UN chief Antonio Guterres warned against a regional war over DR Congo at the African Union summit, calling for respect for DRC’s territorial integrity as Rwandan-backed M23 fighters seized more ground.
UN warns Africa summit of risk of regional war in DR Congo Read More »
Concerns over regional conflict have raised doubts about Rwanda hosting the 2025 world cycling championships, though officials insist the event will proceed as planned.
Rwanda’s cycling worlds face uncertainty amid regional conflict Read More »
More than 110,000 people have been displaced in eastern Congo after M23 rebels, who recently captured the city of Goma, ordered them to leave settlement camps.
Humanitarian crisis worsens as M23 displaces civilians in DRC Read More »
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s case against Rwanda at the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights has commenced.
DR Congo takes Rwanda to court over human rights violations Read More »
