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Security - 20 April 2026
DRC-AFC/M23 Talks: Parties Agree on Urgent Humanitarian Measures
Montreux, April 17, 2026 - Delegates from the Democratic Republic of Congo and the AFC/M23 rebellion have agreed on the urgent need to facilitate humanitarian aid and protect essential civilian infrastructure, following…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
AFDC-A Withdraws Support for Motion of No Confidence Against Interior Minister
Kinshasa, April 14, 2026 - A motion of no confidence targeting Deputy Prime Minister in charge of the Interior and Security, Jacquemain Shabani, has lost momentum after the political grouping AFDC-A announced the…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
DRC Turns to Turkey to Boost Military Capabilities Amid Security Challenges in the East
Ankara, April 20, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo is seeking to deepen defense cooperation with Turkey as part of efforts to modernize and strengthen the operational capacity of its armed forces, the government…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
MONUSCO Reconnaissance Mission in Mambasa Blocked by Protesters
Bunia, April 7, 2026 - A reconnaissance mission by United Nations peacekeepers in Mambasa territory, Ituri province, was disrupted by local protests on Monday, amid rising insecurity linked to repeated attacks by the…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
Fragile Calm Returns to Ihula After Clashes
Ihula, April 17, 2026 - A tense calm has settled in Ihula, in Walikale territory, a day after heavy fighting between AFC/M23 rebels and Wazalendo fighters forced residents to flee.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
“Save the DRC” Opposition Movement Holds Second Conclave
Kinshasa, April 13, 2026 - The opposition movement “Save the DRC,” led by former President Joseph Kabila, has concluded its second conclave held from April 6 to 8, 2026, focusing on the country’s political, security…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
AFC/M23 Seizes Several Localities in Kalehe After Clashes, Thousands Displaced
Bukavu, April 7, 2026 - Heavy fighting between AFC/M23 rebels and local Wazalendo fighters in Kalehe territory has led to the capture of multiple localities and triggered large-scale civilian displacement, amid a…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
FARDC Repel AFC/M23 Offensive in Ndurumo
Goma, April 17, 2026 - The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), backed by Wazalendo fighters, have repelled an offensive by AFC/M23 rebels in the locality of Ndurumo, in Masisi territory, amid…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
UN: China Urges Stronger Mining Cooperation to Tackle Conflict in Great Lakes
New York, April 18, 2026 - China has called for enhanced cooperation in the mining sector and stronger action against illegal exploitation and smuggling of natural resources in the Great Lakes region, warning that these…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
AFC/M23 Reinforces Positions in Walikale and Masisi
Goma, April 7, 2026 - The security situation remains tense in parts of North Kivu, where renewed movements by AFC/M23 rebels have been reported in Walikale and neighboring Masisi territories.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
Three Dead in Several Days of Youth Clashes in Mangobo and Makiso
Kisangani, April 15, 2026 - At least three people have been killed in Kisangani following several days of violent clashes between groups of youths in the Mangobo commune and nearby areas, triggering displacement and…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 20 April 2026
Kinshasa Calls for Results-Oriented Security Partnership
Paris, April 17, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo has called for a more “demanding” and results-driven security partnership with France, as both countries seek to strengthen military cooperation amid ongoing…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read