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Security - 8 February 2026
AFC/M23 Withdrawal from Uvira
Kinshasa, January 25, 2026 - The withdrawal of the Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 rebellion from the city of Uvira, in South Kivu province, was discussed for the first time during the Council of Ministers meeting held on…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
Armed Attack on Passenger Convoy Leaves Several Injured on Rwindi-Kanyabayonga Road
Butembo, February 2, 2026 - A passenger convoy traveling from Rutshuru territory to the city of Butembo was targeted in an armed attack on Sunday, February 1, along the Rwindi-Kanyabayonga road.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
Fighting Intensifies, Thousands Displaced Without Humanitarian Assistance in Fizi
South Kivu February 4, 2026 - Thousands of displaced people in Fizi, South Kivu, are living in inhumane conditions, lacking water, food, and healthcare, as ongoing fighting between the Congolese army (FARDC) and allies…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
Citizens Launch Petition to Dissolve Equateur Provincial Assembly
Mbandaka, February 5, 2026 - A collective of citizens, calling themselves the “Rebellious Citizens,” has launched a petition demanding the dissolution of the Equateur Provincial Assembly, intensifying political tensions…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
Awareness Campaigns Promote Peaceful Coexistence in Djugu
Djugu, Ituri February 6, 2026 - Public gatherings are being regularly organized in the Walendu Djatsi sector of Djugu territory to promote peace and social cohesion, a Radio Okapi reporter observed on Friday, February 6.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
FARDC Airstrikes Hit AFC/M23 Strongholds Mpety and Mindjendje in Walikale
Walikale, North Kivu - January 25, 2026 - The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) have intensified military pressure on the AFC/M23 rebels in Walikale territory, launching targeted airstrikes on…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
Manguredjipa Paralyzed After Deadly Protest Against Insecurity in Lubero
Manguredjipa, January 28, 2026 - Socio-economic activities slowed sharply in Manguredjipa, the main town of the Bapere sector in Lubero territory, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, marking the second day of unrest…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
AFC/M23 Claims Attack on Army Drone Command Center
Kisangani Airport February 4, 2026 - The AFC/M23 rebel group claimed responsibility Tuesday for the weekend attack on Bangboka Airport, located 17 kilometers from Kisangani, capital of Tshopo province.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
AFC/M23 Drone Attack on Kisangani Airport
February 8, 2026 - The drone attack carried out by the Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 rebellion against Kisangani International Airport and other military installations in the capital of Tshopo Province was discussed during the…
By Sarah Ndaya - 5 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
RED Tabara Denies Ties to Rwanda, AFC/M23, and 2015 Burundi Coup Plot
January 29, 2026 - The armed group RED Tabara has rejected accusations of collaborating with Rwanda, the AFC/M23 alliance, and the attempted coup in Burundi in May 2015.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
Gen Muhoozi Orders Sacking of Officials Blocking Rwandans’ Documents
Kampala Uganda, 4 February 2026 - Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Staff of the Ugandan Armed Forces and son of President Yoweri Museveni, announced he will sack immigration officials obstructing Rwandans in Uganda…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 8 February 2026
NGO Launches $70,000 Appeal for ADF Attack Survivors in Lubero
Lubero, North Kivu - 07/02/2026 - Facing a humanitarian emergency in the Lubero territory, the Integrated Federation for Reconstruction and Development (FIRD) has launched a $70,000 fundraising campaign to assist…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read