Goma

In a corner of the world often scarred by turmoil, the picturesque city of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo finds itself shrouded in a thick cloud of violence once more. The relentless guns and recrudescent battles between the M23 insurgent faction and national forces have thrust the city into a maelstrom of chaos, displacing countless souls and quaking the very foundation of livelihoods and trade.

The M23, an armed group notorious for its tumultuous past, takes a somber stroll with the locals down Keshero neighborhood’s bustling streets in Goma. These scenes unfolded on a striking winter's day — Jan. 27, 2025. GOMA, CONGO — Amidst whispered rumors and tense anticipation, a seismic diplomatic discussion looms on the horizon. Kenyan President, William Ruto, voiced a pivotal announcement on Monday, heralding a consequential meeting on Wednesday. Both President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and President Félix Tshisekedi of…

Three months after the eruption of Mount Nyiragongo, life resumed in Goma. But experts say residents are yet to come out of the woods and the threat to the city remains. Fearing that one day this regional capital of the DR Congo will disappear under the lava, researchers, authorities and…

Reactions in Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo, after the President of Rwanda recently visited this volcanic city in northern Kivu for a bilateral meeting with his Congolese counterpart Félix Tshisekedi. During a press conference on Saturday afternoon, Paul Kagame urged Congolese and Rwandans to flip through the past, look ahead and live together. The residents of Goma did not remain indifferent…

Félix Tshisekedi traveled about twenty kilometers from Goma. He visited the place where the road is cut by lava and then a mobile hospital deployed for the benefit of the victims. He also spoke to the displaced. Long-sleeved shirt, mask in place, Félix Tshisekedi was accompanied by his wife to the foot of Nyiragongo, where he received explanations from the volcanological observatory in Goma. The head of state asked questions in particular about the possibility of a new eruption during the days, months and years to come…

Félix Tshisekedi has been in Goma since Saturday. This Sunday, June 13, he spoke for the first time about the reasons for his trip to this city that was affected by the lava flow after the volcanic eruption on May 22. The Congolese head of state made announcements about humanitarian needs, but also security in the region. With…

Félix Tshisekedi and his wife arrived in Goma on Saturday 12 June. The Congolese head of state visited the region to sympathize with the victims of the May 22 volcanic eruption. He is accompanied by at least eight ministers in this mission, which is both humanitarian and security. According to initial information, Felix Tshisekedi will be able to stay in the region for at least seven days.…

Urban planning in Goma had begun before the eruption of Nyiragongo. The recent awakening of the volcano, the destruction and displacement of the population that it has caused gives these projects a new urgency. Minister of Urbanism Pius Mwabilu gives details. How to alleviate congestion in Goma and more easily predict seismic…

The government has approved the gradual and orderly return of the displaced population after the volcanic eruption on 22 May. But the population returning to Goma risks facing several challenges, especially housing and especially the difficulties in supplying drinking water. The Congolese government is now studying the possibility of moving the city of Goma.…

In Goma, two weeks after the volcanic eruption, earthquakes are no longer felt in the city. The displaced have intensified the return movement without waiting for the authorities' decision. But others who have seen their houses destroyed are still in Sake, 27 kilometers from Goma ... They live in difficult conditions. At Fazili Elementary School, classes have not been given since May 23rd. All premises are occupied by the displaced, including Jean-Jacques. At the age of forty, he can only stand up thanks to the crutches.…