SA peackeeper killed in DRC clashes

Tuesday, 20 December 2016, 11:42
Share
SA peackeeper killed in DRC clashes
Generic image.
NATIONAL NEWS - A South African peacekeeper is among seven people killed in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in clashes sparked by President Joseph Kabila staying on after his mandate ends on Tuesday.

Five rebels and policemen were killed when police confronted militia attacking a prison.

The deal clashes, probably involving Mai-Mai fighters took place in Butembo, a city of about one million people in North Kivu province.

The militia attacked a prison and other installations.

Mai-Mai fighters have staged several attacks in Butembo in recent months.

The reasons for their return are unclear, some residents say they have heard some fighters claim they are seeking to oust Kabila.
 

Read more about: clashes drc congo peacekeeper

Back to Top

More Group Editors Publications & Online Platforms

PapersImages
PapersImages
PapersImages
PapersImages
PapersImages
Press Council Fair Logo

Mossel Bay Advertiser proudly displays the “FAIR” stamp of the Press Council of South Africa, indicating our commitment to adhere to the Code of Ethics for Print and online media which prescribes that our reportage is truthful, accurate and fair. Should you wish to lodge a complaint about our news coverage, please lodge a complaint on the Press Council’s website, www.presscouncil.org.za or email the complaint to enquiries@ombudsman.org.za. Contact the Press Council on 0114843612.

Disclaimers | Contact Us

Copyright 2025 Group Editors Company (Pty) Ltd, Registration Number 1963/002133/07 t/a Mossel Bay Advertiser