East of the DRC: Human rights defenders "targeted by M23", points out the UN
The UN warns of extreme violence against human rights defenders in eastern DR Congo, attributed to the M23 rebel group.
In Burundi, Congolese refugees trapped in dwindling aid
Congolese refugees in Burundi are facing severe challenges as aid efforts dwindle amid a growing population.
In Burundi, refugees traumatized by the invisible wounds of war
Burundi faces an influx of Congolese refugees traumatized by violence, struggling to cope with their experiences in makeshift shelters.
Congo-Kinshasa: Mass Graves Found in Eastern DRC Following M23 Withdrawal From Uvira
Mass graves containing at least 171 bodies have been discovered in eastern DRC following the withdrawal of M23 rebels from Uvira.
171 bodies found in mass graves in eastern Congo
Authorities discovered two mass graves containing at least 171 bodies in eastern Congo, linked to killings by the M23 rebel group.
Mass graves with at least 170 bodies found in Congo
Congolese authorities have discovered two mass graves in eastern Congo containing at least 170 bodies.
Two probable mass graves found in war-torn Congo
At least 171 bodies have been discovered in two suspected mass graves in eastern Congo-Kinshasa, a region heavily affected by conflict.
East of the DRC: Authorities claim to have discovered two mass graves in Uvira
Authorities in Uvira, DRC, have announced the discovery of two mass graves while they return to restore public services after leaving due to the AFC/M23 presence.
Congo-Kinshasa: Trade and Aid to Return to South Kivu As DR Congo-Burundi Strategic Border Reopens
The Kavimvira border crossing between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi has reopened after being closed for over two months due to rebel activity, allowing for significant movement of people and trade.
Burundi Reopens Border With DR Congo After Two-Month Closure
Burundi has reopened its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo following a two-month closure due to regional violence.
DR Congo: How War Worsens the Cholera Epidemic in South Kivu
The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo exacerbates a cholera epidemic in South Kivu, where over 800 cases have been reported due to population displacements caused by violence.
DRC: Violent clashes reported between the army and Twirwaneho fighters in South Kivu
Violent clashes between Congolese armed forces and Twirwaneho fighters, allied with the AFC/M23, have escalated in South Kivu, resulting in significant displacement among local populations.
Congo-Kinshasa: Bisimwa Condemns 'Indifference' of Mediators Amid Kinshasa's Attacks
Bertrand Bisimwa of the AFC/M23 movement has criticized peace mediators for their indifference towards ongoing attacks on civilians in South Kivu province, specifically citing large-scale violence in Minembwe and surrounding areas.
Congo-Kinshasa: Cholera Cases Drop 90% in Sange
Cholera cases in Sangé, DRC, have decreased by 90% following an emergency intervention by Doctors Without Borders after a significant outbreak.
East of the DRC: the population of Uvira demands the reopening of the border with Burundi
The residents of Uvira, a city in eastern DR Congo, are urging for the reopening of the border with Burundi, which remains closed despite the cessation of hostilities in the area.
East of the DRC: a month after the departure of the AFC/M23, Uvira tries to catch its breath
A month after the withdrawal of the M23 group from Uvira, the city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is slowly recovering but still grapples with the aftermath of violence and disruptions to trade.
Fights in South Kivu in DRC: 'We are still being bombed by government drones'
Intense fighting continues in South Kivu, DRC, amidst a ceasefire, with local civilians expressing ongoing suffering from government drone attacks.
MONUSCO announces its upcoming deployment to Uvira
MONUSCO is set to gradually resume operations in Uvira, South Kivu, following discussions about its role in the ceasefire verification mechanism.
Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Pressure Forces M23 to Abandon Uvira
U.S. pressure has compelled the M23 rebel group to retreat from Uvira, a contested city in South Kivu province.
Rwandan Foreign Minister Accuses Democratic Republic of Congo of Promoting Propaganda
The Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe accuses the Democratic Republic of Congo of spreading 'limitless propaganda' after the Congolese army claimed to have captured Rwandan soldiers during clashes with M23 rebels in North and South Kivu.