At night, crime and fear stalk Democratic Republic Congo's M23-run areas
Wednesday, 23 April 2025 () Bukavu, controlled by the M23, faces nightly killings and widespread fear as Congolese troops fled, leaving weapons accessible to criminals. The absence of courts and police exacerbates the situation, with residents resorting to self-defense measures. While the M23 struggles to maintain control and faces resistance, residents express weariness of constant conflict, caught between the M23 and pro-Kinshasa militias.
Wednesday, 23 April 2025 ()
