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Ceasefire declared amid escalating violence in eastern DRC

Ceasefire declared amid escalating violence in eastern DRC

The M23 rebel group has declared a unilateral ceasefire in Goma, the capital of North Kivu province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), amid rising violence and a dire humanitarian crisis, The Guardian reported. Following the capture of…
Children and women suffer as conflict escalates in DR Congo

Children and women suffer as conflict escalates in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a worsening humanitarian crisis as conflict escalates, displacing millions and leaving children and women most vulnerable, HumAngle Foundation said on Saturday. The occupation of Goma, the capital of North Kivu, by the…
Urgent Call for International Support in Goma’s Humanitarian Crisis

Urgent Call for International Support in Goma’s Humanitarian Crisis

The Humanitarian Coordinator in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mr. Bruno Lemarquis, has expressed grave concern over the humanitarian situation in Goma following intense fighting, Reliefweb.com reported. Medical facilities are overwhelmed, treating over 1,000 wounded civilians between January 23…
700 Killed in Five Days Amid Rebel Offensive in Eastern DRC as UN Issues Warnings Against Deepening Humanitarian Crisis

700 Killed in Five Days Amid Rebel Offensive in Eastern DRC as UN Issues Warnings Against Deepening Humanitarian Crisis

The United Nations has reported a severe humanitarian crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amid ongoing clashes between government forces and M23 rebels, Anadolu Agency reported. Over five days, at least 700 people have been killed and 2,800…
International Peacekeepers Killed in Eastern Congo Fighting

International Peacekeepers Killed in Eastern Congo Fighting

Recent clashes with M23 rebels in eastern Congo have resulted in the deaths of at least 13 peacekeepers and foreign soldiers, Arab News reported citing United Nations and military officials. The M23, backed by Rwanda, has made significant territorial gains,…
Over 230,000 Displaced in DRC Amid Escalating Violence

Over 230,000 Displaced in DRC Amid Escalating Violence

The United Nations reports that more than 230,000 people have been displaced in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since the start of 2025, marking one of the world’s most alarming humanitarian crises, Al Jazeera reported. The UN refugee agency,…
Save the Children warns of escalating crisis in eastern DRC

Save the Children warns of escalating crisis in eastern DRC

The Londond- based “Save the Children” organization has raised concerns about the impact of escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on children, with over 52,000 displaced out of a total of 100,000 affected people. The violence, driven…
Over 100,000 Displaced in Congo Amid Intensified Clashes Since Start of 2025

Over 100,000 Displaced in Congo Amid Intensified Clashes Since Start of 2025

The UN humanitarian coordinator for Congo, Bruno Lemarquis, reported that over 100,000 people have been displaced in Masisi territory since January 1, 2025, due to escalating clashes between the M23 rebel group and the Congolese army, Anadolu Agency reported. This…
DR Congo Conflict Displaces Over 100,000 in a Week

DR Congo Conflict Displaces Over 100,000 in a Week

Recent fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has displaced more than 100,000 people within a week, VOA reported citing the United Nations. Intense clashes between the Congolese army and M23 rebels in Masisi Centre, North Kivu province, occurred from…
DR Congo Rebels Slay At Least 21 During Christmas Week

DR Congo Rebels Slay At Least 21 During Christmas Week

In a series of brutal attacks, IS-linked ADF rebels killed at least 21 people in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) during Christmas week, VOA reported yesterday. The assaults occurred near Manguredjipa, a town known for its rich mineral resources.…
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