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Security - 22 March 2026
Former Armed Group Members Repatriated from DRC Confront Genocide History in Rwanda
Kigali, March 21, 2026 - A group of 244 individuals, largely former members of armed groups operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo, have undergone a civic and historical re-education program in Rwanda aimed at…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Sessanga Questions $13 Billion Defense Spending, Calls for Accountability
Kinshasa, March 23, 2026 - Opposition leader Delly Sessanga sharply criticized the Félix Tshisekedi government, claiming that over $13 billion allocated to national defense and security between 2019 and 2025 failed to…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
295 New Officers Join FARDC After Completing Training at Kananga Military Academy
Kananga, Kasai-Central March 22, 2026 - A total of 295 newly trained officers were formally inducted into the ranks of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) during a swearing-in ceremony at the…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Islamic State-Linked ADF Fighters Launch Deadly Attack on Muchacha Mining Site
Mambasa, Ituri March 15, 2026 - A deadly attack struck the Muchacha and Mavuvu mining sites on the night of March 11-12, carried out by Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) fighters linked to the Islamic State.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
ADF Advance Toward Walese-Karo Raises Fears of Strategic Regrouping
Mambasa, Ituri March 19, 2026 - Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) fighters have intensified their movement along the Kisangani axis, advancing from Bapere (Lubero) into the Okapi Wildlife Reserve following the recent…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Minister Nduhungirehe Condemns International Hypocrisy Over DRC Conflict
Kigali, 12 March 2026 - Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has denounced what he described as the bias and hypocrisy of the international community regarding the…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
18 Migrants Killed in Boat Tragedy off Comoros Coast
Mitsamiouli, Comoros, 20 March 2026 - At least 18 migrants have died after a boat capsized off the coast of the Comoros while attempting to reach the French-administered island of Mayotte.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Oakland Institute Criticizes Washington Agreement
DRC March 13, 2026 - The Oakland Institute has sharply criticized the Washington Agreement, arguing that it contains “inherent contradictions” by allegedly rewarding Rwanda despite its continued involvement in the…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 4 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Youth from Goma and Bukavu Urge Inclusive Dialogue to Resolve Kivu Crisis
Bukavu, March 22, 2026 - Around one hundred young leaders from Goma and Bukavu, including students and members of local youth committees, have called on the DRC government and the AFC-M23 movement to engage in sincere…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Heavy Clashes Between AFC/M23 and Wazalendo in Malemo
Masisi March 14, 2026 - Intense fighting broke out early Saturday in Malemo, a village in the Bashali Mokoto area of Masisi Territory, pitting AFC/M23 rebels against Wazalendo fighters.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Clashes Between Wazalendo and AFC/M23 Shake Four Villages in Bwito Chiefdom
Rutshuru, North Kivu March 17, 2026 - A fragile return to calm was observed on March 17 in four villages of the Bwito chiefdom-Lusoa, Iyobora, Mirangi, and Chaala-after clashes between Wazalendo fighters and AFC/M23 rebels.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 22 March 2026
Rwanda, Israel Hold Talks to Strengthen Military Cooperation
Kigali, March 12, 2026 - Rwanda and Israel have held high-level discussions aimed at deepening military cooperation, as both countries seek to reinforce security partnerships amid evolving regional challenges.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read