DR Congo Crisis: Thousands of Displaced in Goma Forced to Flee Again
February 11, 2025
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
Thousands of internally displaced people (IDPs) have been forced to flee their camps in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), after a fresh wave of violence erupted in the region.
The violence, which began on February 9, is the result of renewed fighting between the Congolese army and M23 rebels. The M23, a Tutsi-led rebel group, has been fighting against the government since 2012.
The fighting has forced thousands of people to flee their homes, many of whom are already IDPs who have been displaced by previous rounds of violence. According to the United Nations, there are currently over 2 million IDPs in North Kivu province, where Goma is located.
“We are deeply concerned about the safety and well-being of the displaced population in Goma,” said a spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). “This latest outbreak of violence is putting their lives at risk and forcing them to flee their homes once again.”
The UNHCR has called for an immediate ceasefire and for all parties to the conflict to respect international humanitarian law. The agency is also providing assistance to the displaced population, including food, water, and shelter.
The DR Congo has been plagued by conflict for decades. The country is home to dozens of armed groups, many of which are fighting for control of the country’s vast mineral resources.
The conflict has had a devastating impact on the Congolese people. Millions have been displaced from their homes, and hundreds of thousands have been killed. The country is also facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with millions of people in need of food, water, and healthcare.
The international community has been calling for an end to the conflict in the DR Congo for many years. However, the violence has continued, and there is no end in sight.
DR Congo crisis: Thousands of displaced in Goma forced to flee again
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