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Security - 24 January 2026
Burundi Urges US to Strengthen Pressure on Parties Amid Escalating Violence in Eastern
Bujumbura, Burundi, January 17, 2026 - Faced with the continued escalation of violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi has called on the United States to increase pressure on the conflicting…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
Five Civilians Killed and Homes Burned in New ADF Attack
Mavwe-Mavwe, Lubero, January 22, 2026 - Five civilians were killed and about ten houses burned during an attack by Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) fighters on the night of Tuesday, January 21, in the Mwenye region of…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
Ndayishimiye Appeals to DRC for Support as Congolese Refugees Remain Blocked in Burundi
January 18, 2026 - Burundian President Évariste Ndayishimiye has renewed his appeal to the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for assistance in caring for Congolese refugees, saying Burundi lacks the…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
US Urges DRC to Stop FDLR Operations in Eastern Congo
Washington, January 22, 2026 - Senior US State Department officials have called on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to prevent the FDLR terrorist group from operating in its eastern provinces, citing ongoing…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
AFC/M23 Defends Achievements and Calls for Preservation of Gains
Doha, January 13, 2026 - The AFC/M23 has reaffirmed its commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), highlighting the progress achieved under the Doha peace process…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
South Kivu Government Condemns Looting and Violations by AFC/M23
Uvira, South Kivu, DRC, January 17, 2026 - The South Kivu provincial government has denounced the systematic looting, destruction of property, and serious violations of international humanitarian law committed by the…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
AFC/M23 Rebels Launch Attacks on FARDC in Mpombi and Iteya
Pinga, Walikale January 21, 2026 - Violent clashes erupted on Wednesday morning, January 21, between AFC/M23 rebels and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), supported by the Wazalendo, in the…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
Prof. Tombola Says Lomé Talks Allow Tshisekedi to Evade Previous Agreements
Kinshasa, January 19, 2026 - Researcher and university lecturer Prof. Tombola Gustave has criticized the launch of new peace talks on insecurity in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), arguing that they serve…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
Wazalendo Takes Control of Uvira After M23 Withdrawal
Uvira, January 18, 2026 - Wazalendo fighters have begun taking control of Uvira town following the withdrawal of the AFC/M23 in compliance with ongoing peace talks in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
Security Measures to Remain Until FDLR Dismantled, Ambassador Tells US Lawmakers
Washington, January 22, 2026 - Rwanda has reaffirmed that its security measures will remain in effect until the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) dismantles the FDLR terrorist group, according to a statement by Rwandan…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
After AFC/M23 Withdrawal, Governor Purusi Calls for Peaceful Coexistence in Uvira
Uvira DRC January 23, 2026 - Jean Jacques Purusi, governor of South Kivu province, returned to Uvira, the provisional provincial capital, on Friday following the withdrawal of the AFC/M23.
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read
Security - 24 January 2026
AFC/M23 Rebels Capture "Point Zero," Opening Way to Fizi-Centre
Mitumba, DRC, January 17, 2026 - The village of "Point Zero", located on the border between the territories of Fizi and Mwenga, on the Mitumba massif, fell to Twirwaneho fighters, allies of the AFC/M23 rebels, on Friday…
By Sarah Ndaya - 3 min read