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The president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) recently called for a national mobilization against the armed aggression by the rebels of the March 23 Movement (M23).
The president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) recently called for a national mobilization against the armed aggression by the rebels of the March 23 Movement (M23). President Felix Tshisekedi made the remark on the occasion of the celebration of the 62nd anniversary of the country’s independence on June 30, 1960.
A recent resurgence of the M23 rebels has escalated tensions and conflict in the eastern DRC, leading to a dramatic increase in civilian casualties and displacement. During the third East African Community (EAC) Heads of State conclave on June 20, leaders agreed to deploy a regional force to stabilize and secure peace in the DRC.
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On the other hand, the remains of Congo´s independence hero and first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba were laid to rest in Kinshasa amid honours including a procession through the capital, military salutes, and music in front of thousands of people.
