DR Congo: clashes in North Kivu despite the ceasefire

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In DR Congo the ceasefire came into effect on Friday in North Kivu. According to the final document signed in Luanda, there was to be “a cessation of hostilities, in particular M23 attacks against the Congolese Armed Forces and Monusco”. The M23 is supposed to begin its withdrawal from the occupied areas. But on the ground, clashes were reported in the morning in Rutshuru territory. Local sources spoke of heavy weapon fire in the area.

In Mauritius, the arrest of an activist at the head of a rally against power has been arrested and continues to be debated. 46 kilos of drugs were discovered in his car, his supporters shout at a set up by the police, who deny. But more and more in Mauritius activists and journalists seem to be the targets of power. Abdoollah Earally’s report.

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Editor: Célia Caracena

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