Message from the DRC Government Spokesperson

DRC: In view of the security situation in the city of Goma marked by the presence of the Rwandan army, we wish to reassure the population that following the instructions of the President of the Republic, the Government continues to work to avoid carnage and loss of human life in view of Rwanda's clear intentions.

We recommend that the population of Goma follow the following measures:

1) Stay safe, at home;

2) Refrain from committing acts of vandalism and looting;

3) Block the road to Rwanda's manipulative propaganda.

We call on all Congolese, wherever they are in the world, to mobilize in support of our compatriots in North Kivu, our FARDC and the Supreme Commander.

We are all guardians of our territory!!!!

Not a single centimeter will be given up!!!

What has DRC said?

 

What is the gorvenment of Rwanda saying?

 

MONUSCO relocates som of its staff as security in GOMA worsens

 

Faced with the deterioration of the security situation in North Kivu and particularly around the city of Goma, MONUSCO announced this Saturday the temporary relocation of its non-essential personnel from Goma. This decision aims to ensure the safety of employees while maintaining essential humanitarian operations in the city.

According to MONUSCO, while this measure could suggest a withdrawal, it is in reality a strategic adaptation. The personnel essential to the continuity of operations, particularly in the areas of humanitarian aid and the protection of civilians, will remain on the ground. The United Nations is thus reaffirming its unwavering commitment to the populations of North Kivu, who are particularly vulnerable in the face of the crisis.

The deterioration of the security situation in North Kivu, marked by an upsurge in violence and population displacement following the M23-RDF war, has forced the UN to take this difficult decision. The temporary relocation of non-essential staff helps minimize the risks incurred by employees while ensuring the continuation of vital activities on the ground, MONUSCO sources learned. 

"This measure will not impact the provision of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable populations. The UN will continue to ensure the distribution of food, medicines, and provide support in terms of shelter and protection. Humanitarian teams present on the ground will work closely with national authorities and humanitarian partners to respond to urgent needs," a MONUSCO source said.

Despite this difficult context, the UN reiterates its commitment to supporting peace, stability and development in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This organization reassures that it will continue to work alongside the Congolese authorities and civil society to find lasting solutions to this complex humanitarian crisis

DRC crisis!Emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on Monday, January 27

According  to Intelligence collections from diplomatic circles within DRC,there is confirmation that UN Security Council will meet on Monday, January 27, urgently to discuss the escalation of fighting in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, we learned this Friday evening at the headquarters of the organization in New York. According to diplomatic sources, ths emergency meeting was requested by Kinshasa, then relayed by France, while clashes have been intensifying in North Kivu and South Kivu for several days between the Congolese army and the M23.

M23 gives a 48 hour altimatum to FARDC soldiers in GOMA to lay down their weapons

 

Ultimatum issued to the Congolese armed forces and allies, to lay down their arms in 48 hours, failing which, Goma will be on fire...

The Rwandan rebels of the M23 have surrounded Goma and are starting to do housework, in light of their multiple military successes in the theater of operations at the front in the East of the DRC where they have conquered a large part of North Kivu.

Under the impetus of Rwanda, the architect of this Congolese drama, the M23, reinvigorated by its military assets, has publicly given 48 hours to the Congolese army stationed in Goma to lay down its arms.

The rebels say ,"The city of Goma must never be used as a battlefield, and our organization will not tolerate any armed group engaged in a conflict against the civilian population" 

"The rebels in question, today, to improve their image as killers, are using PR to improve their disastrous image in light of their heinous crimes as well as on the local populations",said one civilian from Goma

DRC embassy in Kigali closed????

 

President Felix Tshisekedi has recalled all DRC embassy staff stationed in Rwanda and ordered the closure of the DRC embassy in Rwanda.

Thérèse Kayikwamba W, Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation  requests by correspondence the cessation of all activities of the Rwandan embassy in the DRC.

As indicated in the letter below:

Kinshasa has just given 48 hours for all diplomatic and consular staff of the Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in Kinshasa to leave the country.

Today in Kigali, DRC diplomatic staff have been leaving Kagame’s country.

All the staff have been ordered to leave Rwanda immediately.Many lament that Tshisekedi should have done this earlier.