DRC government organizes humanitarian aid and operations in Uvira

Kinshasa, Jan 20 (Prensa Latina) The Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is implementing as of Tuesday an action plan aimed at organizing humanitarian aid and restoring security in Uvira, South Kivu, following the rebels' withdrawal.

January 20, 2026
09:22

Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka announced urgent measures during an emergency meeting held on Monday, where she, along with members of her cabinet and security services, assessed the situation after the withdrawal of the Congo River Alliance-March 23 Movement (AFC/M23).

Suminwa Tuluka emphasized that the nearly two-month occupation by the AFC/M23 resulted in the displacement of at least 267,000 people, including 12,000 unaccompanied children; therefore, preparing the conditions for their return is a priority.

The head of Government instructed the Ministry of Social Affairs and the General Directorate of Migration (DGM) to address the issue, but clarified that no return operation would be authorized without a prior assessment of the condition of the homes, to avoid creating greater vulnerability.

Government Spokesperson Patrick Muyaya, while reporting on the meeting, emphasized that the prime minister focused on the effective restoration of public services in Uvira as the leading challenge, where AFC/M23 agents are believed to still be present.

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