MONUSCO is strengthening its presence in Goma, DRC, in the face of escalating tensions. South African peacekeepers from the Intervention Brigade are deployed to secure the roads. The Mission is cooperating with the Congolese army to protect civilians affected by the clashes and support the stabilization of the region. This action highlights the importance of international commitment to the protection of vulnerable populations and the promotion of peace.

The deadly attack by ADF rebels in Bandibongo Siya in the Irumu region of Ituri caused the death of thirteen people, injured eight others and burned down several houses. Residents live in fear despite ongoing military operations. Civil society actors are calling for firmer action to counter these attacks, as the population is gripped by terror. It is crucial that authorities strengthen security in the region and bring accomplices to justice to ensure the protection of residents.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing deadly clashes between the Congolese armed forces and the M23, supported by Rwanda, in the village of Ndumba. This situation exacerbates an already critical humanitarian crisis requiring $2.6 billion in emergency assistance for 8.7 million people. Despite dire needs, funding remains insufficient, leaving millions of Congolese vulnerable. The country holds enormous potential, but peace is essential for its development. Modeste Mutinga Mutushayi calls for international mobilization to avoid a large-scale humanitarian catastrophe in the DRC.

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The Africa Cup of Nations could take place in July-August 2025 in Morocco to avoid an overlap with the FIFA Club World Cup. The agreement in principle between CAF and the Moroccan Football Federation is under discussion, with no specific dates announced. The qualifiers will begin soon, promising a summer edition full of twists and turns for African football fans.

The humanitarian crisis in Sudan and South Sudan is reaching alarming proportions, with more than 25 million people affected by famine and malnutrition. The United Nations is urgently appealing for help to prevent an unprecedented catastrophe, particularly affecting the most vulnerable children. It is crucial to act quickly and show our solidarity in the face of this humanitarian crisis.

Nelson Mandela: A symbol of hope and reconciliation

In May 1994, Nelson Mandela was inaugurated as South Africa’s first democratically elected president, marking a new era for the country. His passionate speech advocates unity, reconciliation and the construction of a just and egalitarian society. Mandela, symbol of the fight against apartheid, insists on the need to heal the wounds of the past to build a future of peace and prosperity for all South Africans. His message still resonates today as a call to collective action for a better world.