Rutshuru: Farming halted in Kabizo and Katovu after ambush on FRN convoy

Author: actualite.cdPublished on: October 26, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Society & Lifestyle
Rutshuru: Farming halted in Kabizo and Katovu after ambush on FRN convoy

Farming has been halted since Monday, October 26, in Kabizo and Katovu, in Bwito chiefdom in Rutshuru territory, following overnight clashes between FRN rebels and the wazalendo. Local sources said the wazalendo ambushed an FRN convoy heading to Kabizo to install a new commander. The provisional death toll is three rebel fighters. Fearing for their safety, farmers stayed away from their fields, as the security situation remained volatile.

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