Sections
Security
Conflict, armed forces, and the fragility of everyday peace.
Security - 22 March 2026
Two Wazalendo Commanders Arrested in Walikale for “Uncivil and Anti-Patriotic” Acts
Walikale, North Kivu March 16, 2026 - The General Staff of the 34th Military Region announced the arrest of two Wazalendo commanders accused of indiscipline and acts of violence severely affecting civilians.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Women Raped and Property Looted on Tuonane-Busurungi Road
Walikale, North Kivu - March 16, 2026 - Cases of rape and looting were reported on March 13, 2026, along the Tuonane-Busurungi road in the Waloa Loanda group, Walikale territory.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Kinshasa Seeks Strong EU Response to Rwanda-Backed AFC/M23 Rebellion
Strasbourg, March 12-13, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo, represented by Minister of Foreign Affairs Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, engaged with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) to discuss the security and…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Three Kidnapped Teachers Freed After Ransom Payment
Rutshuru March 14, 2026 - Three of the five teachers abducted earlier this week in Busanza, in Rutshuru Territory, have been released after a ransom payment, while two others remain in captivity, according to local…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Drone Strikes Hit Goma, International Reactions Pour
Goma DRC March 11, 2026 - The city of Goma, capital of North Kivu Province and currently under AFC/M23 rebel control, was struck by drone attacks early Wednesday morning.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 4 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
13 Wazalendo Fighters Killed in Mugunga Attack
Goma, North Kivu March 16, 2026 - At least thirteen Wazalendo fighters were killed and three captured during an overnight attack in the Mugunga neighborhood in western Goma, according to AFC/M23 officials.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Residents Flee Bembele Village Amid Fears of Armed Presence
Bafwasende, Tshopo March 23, 2026 - Residents of Bembele village, located 76 kilometers from Bafwasende, have begun fleeing their homes following reports of suspected armed men in nearby forests.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Rwandan Parliament Calls for Stronger Measures Against Illegal Mining
Kigali, 13 March 2026 - The House of Representatives has urged authorities to address illegal mining in a lasting and comprehensive manner, citing its growing threat to public safety and the environment.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
FARDC and Wazalendo Block Key Bukavu-Uvira Road in South Kivu
South Kivu, 16 March 2026 - The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), in coordination with Wazalendo armed groups, have closed the RN5 road linking Bukavu and Uvira, disrupting transport and trade in…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
AFC/M23 Accuses FARDC of Deadly Drone Attacks on Civilians in Minembwe
Fizi Territory, South Kivu, March 22, 2026 - The AFC/M23 rebel coalition has accused the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) and allied groups of carrying out deadly drone strikes on civilian areas…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Launch of Biometric Residence Cards for Foreigners
Kinshasa - March 11, 2026 - The Kinshasa provincial government officially launched the issuance of biometric residence cards for foreign nationals residing in the city.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
February Sees Record Surge in Airstrikes Against M23 Positions
DRC March 11, 2026 - The FARDC has intensified airstrikes and drone operations against M23 positions in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with February recording the highest number of air and drone strikes ever…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read