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How the DRC boosted its armed drone fleet to counter the M23

   A recent report by Visual Capitalist, based on data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), highlights key findings regarding global and regional trends in military drone imports across Africa. Nine African countries imported a total of 107 major military drones, representing a tiny fraction of the 16,822 major military drones recorded globally during the same period. Key African importers include: the DRC, which received 29 drones (ranking 1st in Africa and 12th globally), deploying Chinese-made CH-4 Rainbow drones against M23 rebels; and Sudan, which received 17 drones—employing systems such as the Turkish Bayraktar TB2 and heavier models like the Akıncı—to combat separatist and jihadist groups. Other importers include Burkina Faso and Morocco (10 each), Niger and Nigeria (7 each), and Algeria and Kenya (6 each). The DR Congo, Sudan, and Mali are Africa’s largest importers of military drones, while the United States and Iran supply opposing side...

REPORTED ATTACK THWARTED ON OUTSKIRTS OF MINEMBWE

According to reports from the field, Wazalendo fighters from the FPDC-ML faction led by Lieutenant-General Mtetezi 2 Olivier Bolingo—in coalition with the FARDC—reportedly repelled an attack launched by Twirwaneho and Red Tabara elements. These groups are described in the reports as allies of the M23-AFC, backed by Rwanda. 📍 The clashes reportedly took place  near Kanguli, along the  – Point Zéro axis. According to the same sources, the opposing fighters are attempting to advance toward Até Avocat to relieve the pressure surrounding Minembwe, where fighting is ongoing. 💥 82mm and 120mm mortar fire was reportedly used during the clashes. Fighting is said to be continuing as Wazalendo and FARDC forces press on with their operations in the area.

Highly classified commando operation in Burungu in masisi reportedly

1. At 8:00 PM, heavily armed individuals wearing uniforms similar to those commonly used by M23 troops occupied the center of Burungu for one hour. These individuals deployed to the homes of M23 rebel movement officials and even surrounded a drinking establishment where M23 officers were consuming alcohol. 2. Immediately upon deploying, these unidentified gunmen opened fire on the M23 officers and their escorts; the toll: nearly 30 rebel fighters, including a colonel and a major, were killed on the spot. 3. Political officials of the #Rwanda-allied M23 rebel movement who were drinking with these officers were also killed in the ensuing attack. Among these rebel political officials was a woman—the deputy head of the Burungu center—along with her associates. 4. Unidentified armed individuals also shot and killed other M23 political officials who were attempting to flee from their homes. 5. According to cross-referenced information, the overall toll of this special operation by unidentifi...

Fighting reported at RUDUHA and SHENGEZIMU, near NYANGEZI

Clashes have been reported since early this morning at RUDUHA and SHENGEZIMU, in the NGOMO escarpments along the RN5 highway, near the border between the DRC and Rwanda. According to local sources, the fighting involves Rwandan M23-RDF terrorists and the Wazalendo, who are defending Congolese territory. RUDUHA and SHENGEZIMU are located approximately 8 kilometers from Nyangezi town center, about 100 kilometers from Bukavu, and around 20 kilometers from Kamanyola. The casualty count is currently unknown. The situation is being closely monitored. Violent clashes broke out early this morning in the Walungu territory. Fighting is taking place between M23-RDF terrorists and Wazalendo patriotic resistance fighters near the localities of Ruduha and Shengezimu, along the Ngomo escarpment (RN5). 📍 Key details: • Area affected: Along the RN5, near the border between the DRC and Rwanda. • Proximity: Located approximately 8 km from Nyangezi town center and about 100 km from Bukavu. • Casualties: ...

wazalendo forced out of Misisi

 Heavy fighting at Mboko na Ng'ombe, near Kilembwe, in Lulenge Sector, Basimimbi District, from the night of Sunday, September 27, 2026 and throughout Monday, brought together AFC/M23/Twirwaneho fighters with the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC), Burundian troops and Wazalendo rebels and FDLR, which ended with the fighters retreating, some fleeing to Fizi-centre and others to Makembe. According to reports from the area, AFC/M23 fighters attacked along the "Mboko na Ng'ombe" axis, hitting positions of Rwandan and Burundian rebels, in particular those led by Commander Nzabampemba (a Burundian) and those led by Commander Théophile from the FDLR/Hamada faction. ‎ The fighting took place on the road to "Maléngé," near a place known as "Deux-Maisons," in the Gurupoma of Basimimbi (a village of Makembe/Babunge) in the south of the Lulenge sector. ‎ The fighting began on Sunday and continued throughout Monday, September 28, 2026...

M23 re-captures severa villages as wazalendo cries of limited reinforcements

According  to our confidants on the frontline,Four civilians have died and three children were injured in Miko (Masisi territory) following the explosion of bombs dropped by kamikaze drones suspicioysly belonging to M23 rebels allied with Rwanda. As of this morning, the Wazalendo are holding the Miko position, though the situation remains highly precarious. The rebels have already retaken control of the settlements of Muhororo, Nkokwe, Remeka, and Tushunguti, which had recently been captured by the Wazalendo. Miko and Kaleta—villages recently captured by the Wazalendo—remain under their control; however, the situation remains volatile. Sources state that, so far, the Wazalendo have received no air or ground support from the 34th Military Region or the FARDC air force—a situation that is discouraging the young volunteers' resistance on the ground. ::::::::::yesterday's  report from Masisi axis: :::::::  Following violent clashes between Wazalendo resistance fighters and AF...

M23 lays massive kamikaze drones on Remeka and nkokwe in masisi!Will M23 push back wazalendo this weekend?

According to reports I have received  from Masisi territory this morning, late on the evening of Friday, September 25, 2026, M23 rebels allied with Rwanda launched massive kamikaze drone attacks on the towns of Remeka and Nkokwe, eventually dislodging the Wazalendo. According,to our military intelligence sources inside the M23 circles,numerous kamikaze drones targeted specific wazalendo positions,injuries,fatalities and death are expected within the ranks of wazalendo,said one M23 member. Our confidants inside Wazalendo also accept that M23 tried to dislodge them from their positions on Remeka and they continue to say that the attack was furious thwarted and various M23 men killed as displayed in various photos  and videos which I cannot put here now.  Every side is claiming victory! At 1:41 AM on Saturday, September 26, 2026, the rebels also continued their attacks on Miko Hill using drones. All these settlements are located in the Ufamando Groupement within the Bahunde ...