On January 27, M23 rebels took over Goma, the largest city in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). More than 500,000 people were forced to flee their homes, and nearly 3,000 people were killed in the following weeks. Since then, M23 has continued to push into more territory in eastern DRC. Congolese journalist Anicet Kimonyo spoke to displaced people about their experiences, and the desperate situations in which they find themselves.
Keywords: Congo, DRC, DR Congo, Goma, M23, conflict, internally displaced persons, displaced, war, conflict resolution, Eastern Congo
Anicet Kimonyo is a Congolese journalist and war reporter based in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo in the city of Goma in the Province of North Kivu. Since the resurgence of conflicts in the region, he has been involved in media coverage of conflicts in the region and their consequences to the community. His work focuses on issues of democracy, peace and good governance in the region, environmental and climate issues and topics about mining.
Mica Hong is a promising video editor and an aspiring filmmaker. Currently pursuing a degree in Broadcast Communications, she strives to bring creative visual storytelling in every frame edited. She is also an active volunteer in the community, dedicating her time and skills in a Rotaract Club with a heart of service to make a positive im
