African states agree to ‘de-escalate tensions’ after Washington talks
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have agreed to measures aimed at reducing conflict after diplomatic talks in Washington.
Rwanda, DRC agree to "ease tensions" after talks in Washington
Rwanda and the DRC have agreed to take steps to mitigate tensions following recent talks in Washington amidst ongoing conflict in eastern DRC.
In southern DR Congo, displaced persons fleeing fighting in eastern provinces call for help
In Lubumbashi, southern DR Congo, hundreds of displaced individuals are seeking humanitarian assistance after fleeing violent clashes.
DR Congo: In Goma, the UN urges the AFC/M23 to respect humanitarian space
In Goma, the UN Humanitarian Coordinator urged the AFC/M23 rebels to respect humanitarian principles to aid vulnerable populations in eastern Congo.
East of the DRC: gunfire exchanges in Mugunga, armed men killed and arrested, according to AFC/M23
Armed clashes occurred in Mugunga, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, leading to several armed men being killed and arrested during a confrontation with AFC/M23.
East of the DRC: the army announces the arrest of two Wazalendo militia leaders
The Congolese army has arrested two leaders of local armed groups allied with government forces in their fight against the AFC/M23 rebellion in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Headlines: the "embarrassing strike" of Goma, Lukwebo retracts and a "Happy End" for Gertler
A drone strike in Goma, DR Congo, killed three people, including a French UNICEF worker, prompting controversy over the rebels' swift attribution of blame to the Congolese government.
Congo-Kinshasa: French UN Aid Worker Among Three Killed in DR Congo Drone Strike
A French UN aid worker and two others were killed in a drone strike in Goma, DR Congo, which may have targeted M23 leaders.
Drone strike kills French UNICEF staff member in eastern Congo
A drone strike in Goma, eastern Congo, led to the death of a French UNICEF employee and two civilians, amidst accusations against the Congolese government by the M23 movement.
UNICEF worker killed in DR Congo (VIDEO)
A French UNICEF worker, Karine Buisset, was killed in a drone strike in Goma, DR Congo, amid ongoing conflict in the region.
UN chief condemns killing of UNICEF worker in DR Congo strike
The UN Secretary-General condemned the killing of UNICEF worker Karine Buisset in a drone strike in Goma, DRC, expressing outrage at the incident.
DRC: peace processes increasingly fragile after a drone attack in Goma
A drone attack in Goma, DRC, which killed three civilians, including a French humanitarian worker, threatens the fragile peace processes in the region.
A drone attack kills three people, including a French aid worker, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
A drone strike in Goma, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a French aid worker, prompting international condemnation.
French aid worker among three killed in DR Congo air strike
A French aid worker was among three fatalities in an air strike in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where clashes continue between M23 militia and Congolese forces.
Emmanuel Macron: A French aid worker was killed in DR Congo after an attack
A French humanitarian worker was killed in Goma, DR Congo, amidst ongoing violence from the M23 group, supported by Rwanda.
DRC: Airstrikes on the city of Goma kill several, Emmanuel Macron announces that a French UNICEF humanitarian worker has been killed
Airstrikes in Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo, have resulted in multiple casualties, including the death of a French UNICEF humanitarian worker, as reported by French President Emmanuel Macron.
M23 rebel group accuses DRC government of targeting civilians after drone strike
The M23 rebel group in eastern DR Congo has accused the government of targeting civilians in a drone strike that destroyed a residence, allegedly occupied by UN personnel.
Three killed in drone attack on Goma in eastern DRC, M23 rebels say
A drone attack in Goma, eastern DRC, has resulted in three fatalities, with M23 rebels blaming the government for the incident.
Drone strikes on M23-held DR Congo city kill several people
Drone strikes in Goma, a city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo controlled by the M23 militia, have resulted in multiple fatalities, with accusations directed at the Congolese army.
DRC: Goma targeted by a drone attack that reportedly killed three
A drone attack in Goma, DRC, has reportedly resulted in three fatalities, including a French humanitarian worker.
DRC: What we know about the announcement of the release of FARDC soldiers by AFC/M23
The announcement by the AFC/M23 regarding the imminent release of FARDC soldiers highlights the complex dynamics of the ongoing conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
US imposes visa restrictions on Rwandan officials over M23 backing
The United States has imposed visa restrictions on certain Rwandan officials for allegedly supporting the M23 rebel group in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
East of the DRC: Washington imposes visa restrictions on 'several senior Rwandan officials'
The U.S. has implemented visa restrictions on several senior Rwandan officials accused of supporting the M23 rebellion in the eastern DRC.
Rwanda: 'In Addition to Rwanda, the M23 and Its Congolese Leadership Must Be Sanctioned'
Local sources highlight that US sanctions on Rwanda do not impact the Congolese fighters in the M23 rebel group, suggesting a need for broader sanctions.
Mine collapses in eastern Congo, with official death toll disputed by M23 rebels
A mine collapse in eastern Congo has resulted in a disputed death toll between local authorities and the M23 rebel group.
East of the DRC: How the AFC/M23 Challenges the Crime Accusations in a UN Report
The AFC/M23 group has sent a delegation to Geneva to contest allegations of serious human rights violations in a recent UN report regarding the conflict in eastern DRC.
Controversy in Congo Over Serious Mining Collapse: Authorities Report Landslide, Rebels Speak of Bombs
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, over 200 people have died in a mining collapse, with conflicting accounts between government officials and rebel groups regarding the cause and casualty figures.
More than 200 dead in a landslide at a mining site in the DRC, according to Kinshasa
A landslide at a mining site in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has reportedly resulted in over 200 fatalities, including many children.
Africa: All of Africa Today - March 5, 2026
A landslide at a coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has resulted in over 200 fatalities, with conflicting reports about the cause and the number of victims.
Landslide at mine in DR Congo kills over 200 people - many of them children
Over 200 people, including many children, died in a landslide at a coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with heavy rainfall causing the incident according to government reports.
Landslide in mine costs 200 people their lives in DR Congo
More than 200 people have died as a result of a landslide at the Rubaya mine in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo).
Over 200 dead in landslide in Congo
A landslide at a coltan mine in eastern Congo has resulted in over 200 fatalities, including many children, according to government reports.
Over 200 dead in landslide in Congo
A landslide at the largest coltan mine in eastern Congo has reportedly killed over 200 people, with many more injured, amid conflicting reports about the incident details.
At least six dead after a mine shaft collapses in eastern DR Congo
At least six people died in a shaft collapse at the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, which has been plagued by unsafe working conditions and is controlled by M23 rebels.
Thierry Vircoulon: 'Washington is putting pressure on Kigali to comply with the agreement with the DRC'
Thierry Vircoulon discusses the recent U.S. sanctions against the Rwandan army for supporting the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
East of the DRC: After Washington's Sanctions Against the Rwandan Army, What Impact?
The article discusses the impact of recent U.S. sanctions against the Rwandan army following its support for the M23 group in the Eastern DRC.
Washington imposes sanctions on Rwandan army for supporting rebels in Congo
The United States has announced sanctions against the Rwandan Defense Forces and several senior officers due to their support for Congolese rebel group M23.
United States imposes sanctions on Rwanda military over fighting in DR Congo
The United States has sanctioned Rwanda's military over its involvement in conflict in eastern DR Congo, calling for immediate withdrawal from the region.
Africa: All of Africa Today - March 3, 2026
The Rwandan government has condemned U.S. sanctions on its military leaders, claiming they misrepresent the situation in eastern DR Congo.
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.
Rwanda: Govt Backs RDF Defensive Posture Amidst 'One-Sided' Sanctions By U.S.
The Rwandan government defends the Rwanda Defence Force against recent U.S. sanctions, calling them unjust and a misrepresentation of the conflict in eastern DR Congo.
DR Congo: Washington announces sanctions against the Rwandan army for its support of M23
The US has imposed sanctions on the Rwandan army and four of its senior officers for providing operational support to the M23 rebel group in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
In Burundi, Congolese refugees trapped in dwindling aid
Congolese refugees in Burundi are facing severe challenges as aid efforts dwindle amid a growing population.
Drone attack targets DRC's strategic Kisangani airport
Security forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo successfully intercepted a drone attack aimed at Kisangani's Bangboka International Airport, attributed to the M23 armed group.
Northeast of the DRC: Kisangani Airport Targeted Again by Drones
Kisangani Airport in northeastern DRC was targeted by drones on March 1, 2026, resulting in local population displacement but no significant material damage.
Congo-Kinshasa: Someone Has to Step Up to Protect Civilians in Eastern DR Congo
Aerial bombardments by the Kinshasa regime in eastern DR Congo are endangering civilians, prompting the AFC/M23 rebel group to pledge protection against these attacks.
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.
DR Congo: Two mass graves with 172 bodies found in Uvira after rebels departed
Two mass graves containing at least 172 bodies have been discovered in Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo, following the withdrawal of rebels from the area.
Mass graves discovered in DR Congo – media
At least 171 bodies have been found in mass graves in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, attributed to recent violence involving M23 rebels.
Mass graves identified in Uvira, say Congolese authorities
Congolese authorities have reported the discovery of mass graves in Uvira linked to the rebel group M23, which has faced allegations of human rights abuses during its occupation of the city.