Defence Minister Angie Motshekga says South Africa’s role in the SADC mission in Congo is under review, with regional leaders set to decide on the next steps
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Burundi, which has had a military presence in eastern Congo for years, has also deployed troops to fight M23
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‘The recent kidnappings of patients from hospitals by the M23 once again demonstrate its disregard for peace in eastern DRC and its contempt for the people of this region,’ says Lucy Tamlyn
US envoy: M23 must face justice for attacks, kidnappings Read More »
Twelve victims of a deadly blast at a rally in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, were buried in a ceremony organized by the newly appointed rebel authorities.
Newly appointed rebel leaders in eastern Congo bury blast victims Read More »
Germany has suspended new development aid to Rwanda, citing concerns over Kigali’s alleged support for the M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo.
Berlin halts new aid to Rwanda amid eastern Congo tensions Read More »
The Rwanda-backed M23 armed group has handed over 20 fighters from the FDLR, a Hutu militia, to Rwandan authorities.
M23 transfers 20 captured FDLR fighters to Rwanda Read More »
The government and the M23 rebels are trading blame for the attack, further escalating tensions in the region.
DR Congo and rebels blame each other for deadly rally blasts Read More »
Leaders call for dialogue to resolve ongoing conflict
Zambia, Tanzania call for immediate ceasefire in Eastern DRC Read More »
Two bombs exploded at an M23 rally in Bukavu, eastern Congo, killing 11 people and injuring 65, with conflicting accusations between the government and rebels over responsibility.
Deadly explosions hit M23 rally in Bukavu leaving 11 dead Read More »
Videos from the scene showed people fleeing in panic, some bleeding and carrying bodies
Gunfire, blasts kill several at rebel rally in DR Congo Read More »
