Gloom in Goma: Humanitarian Crisis After M23 Takeover

The takeover of Goma by Rwanda-backed M23 rebels has led to over 2,000 bodies needing burial amidst a humanitarian crisis. Despite a ceasefire, sporadic violence continues. The conflict in east Congo, rich in minerals, has displaced over 700,000 people, exacerbating an already dire situation.

Over 2,000 bodies await burial in Goma following its capture by Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, amidst a deepening humanitarian crisis, as stated by Congo's communications minister Patrick Muyaya on Monday.

Relative calm has returned, though sporadic violence persists, underscoring the severe civilian toll of a decade-old conflict, exacerbated by overwhelmed hospitals and casualties lying in the streets.

M23's control over this mineral-rich region has displaced 700,000 people, straining resources and prompting international condemnation, while Congo and Rwanda exchange accusations of fostering unrest for strategic gains.

(With inputs from agencies.)