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At the Paris Forum, Congo defends sovereignty as Rwanda-backed M23 blocks the reopening of Goma Airport Photo os the Goma Airport Kinshasa Stands Firm as Goma Airport Dispute Unfolds At the Paris Forum, Congo defends sovereignty as Rwanda-backed M23 blocks the reopening of Goma Airport and humanitarian access However, the AFC/M23, a rebel group occupying Goma’s airport since early 2025, responded with defiance Background: Goma Airport Under Rebel Control The Goma International Airport has been under M23/AFC control

Photograph: Guerchom Ndebo/AFP/Getty In Goma, the capital of North Kivu province in the Democratic Republic In April alone, at least 29 people were killed and 22 wounded in Goma, marking a record high in violence has trapped thousands of Congolese soldiers and pro-government fighters, known as Wazalendo, around Goma The militia cut off Goma’s last overland supply route from Rwanda in February. As Goma grapples with this crisis, the international community continues to scrutinize Rwanda's alleged

Macron confirms DRC met all conditions to reopen Goma Airport. France:DRC Cleared Goma Airport,M23 Still Blocking Humanitarian Access Macron confirms DRC met all conditions to reopen Goma Airport. “The effort has not been made by M23 and those who hold Goma Airport, even though the DRC has already How the Goma Airport Reopening Initiative Began The push to reopen Goma International Airport began in

MONUSCO’s acting chief landed in Goma as ceasefire verification plans advance, but the airport remains MONUSCO acting head Vivian van de Perre speaks to journalists in Goma, North Kivu, during her Feb. 12 (Image: X.com) Goma airport reopening talk raises questions as M23 still holds site MONUSCO’s acting chief landed in Goma as ceasefire verification plans advance, but the airport remains under AFC/M23 control MONUSCO’s first air arrival into Goma since the disruption may be symbolically important.

Paluku responds to Kabila’s Goma interview, warning against narratives that threaten Congo’s unity and sovereignty Minister Julien Paluku responds to Joseph Kabila’s interview from Goma Mask of Betrayal Falls”: Paluku Exposes Kabila’s ‘Sudanization’ Claim Paluku responds to Kabila’s Goma interview, warning An Interview from Goma Kabila chose to speak from Goma, a city currently under the control of M23. READ ALSO : Kabila’s Goma Interview Exposes a Weak Return, and Rwanda’s Struggles Congolese Unity Paluku

RSF says M23 detained and tortured journalists in containers in Goma, adding to fears over media repression put pressure on media freedom in DRC RSF says M23 detained and tortured journalists in containers in Goma Kitoko Tshibanda Allegations that journalists were detained and tortured in shipping containers in Goma to hold civilians and at least two journalists in inhumane conditions in areas under its control in Goma According to the report, some of the containers were located in the compound of the Goma Provincial Assembly

War in Eastern DRC Kabila’s Goma Interview Exposes a Weak Return, and Rwanda’s Struggles Kabila’s Goma War in Eastern DRC Kabila’s Goma Interview Reveals a Desperate Narrative That Weakens Congo—and Exposes Rwanda’s Playbook Kabila’s Goma Interview Exposes a Weak Return, and Rwanda’s Struggles . War in Eastern DRC Rubaya, Drones, and the Fall of Willy Ngoma: A Turning Point in Eastern Congo? The Fall of Willy Ngoma Signals FARDC Drone Power .

DRC says a report documents 17,015 violations in Goma and Bukavu, backing calls for a tribunal, more M23 rebels escort government soldiers and police who surrendered to an undisclosed location in Goma, (AP Photo/Moses Sawasawa, File) DRC calls tribunal after 17,015 violations report on Goma, Bukavu DRC says a report documents 17,015 violations in Goma and Bukavu, backing calls for a tribunal, more judges Tshibanda DRC officials say a newly presented report documenting alleged human rights violations in Goma

MONUSCO chief James Swan visited Goma, backing ceasefire implementation, civilian protection and progress MONUSCO Special Representative James Swan arrives in Goma for security and peace consultations. MONUSCO Pushes Ceasefire Steps After Swan’s Goma Visit MONUSCO chief James Swan visited Goma, backing The visit took place in Goma, North Kivu, a key city in the eastern DRC crisis. Speaking at Goma airport on Friday, Swan said MONUSCO remains committed to supporting the ceasefire process

GOMA surbub Karisimbi youth council demands protection after Kasika killing After a woman was shot dead youth council of Karisimbi commune has called for stronge r protection of civilians and property in Goma A wider pattern of fear, residents say The council’s statement comes days after another killing in Goma Karisimbi is one of Goma’s communes in North Kivu , a province that has faced persistent instability War in DR Congo Why Youth Inclusion is Vital for Peace in Eastern DRC Youth leaders in Goma and Bukavu

DRC Accuses MTN Rwanda of Illegal Operations in Goma The DRC has launched legal action against MTN Rwanda 2026 at 7:03:32 PM Written By | Neema Asha Mwakalinga Travel & Culture Expert Neema Asha Mwakalinga Goma illegally providing mobile and internet services inside Congolese territory, specifically in the areas of Goma

A women-led festival in Goma is using music, dance and solidarity to promote peace in rebel-held eastern The festival, now in its seventh year, drew nearly 3,000 people, according to organizers WHY Goma’s women-led music festival endures under rebels A women-led festival in Goma is using music, dance and solidarity 03:26 PM Written By | Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda In rebel-held Goma performers using the stage to speak about peace, social cohesion and solidarity, themes that resonated in Goma