"Civilian Carnage: M23 Rebels’ Alleged Massacre in Eastern Congo"

Fri Mar 14 2025 15:03:15 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
"Civilian Carnage: M23 Rebels’ Alleged Massacre in Eastern Congo"

Reports have emerged of a shocking episode of violence, as M23 rebels allegedly massacre young civilians in Kasika, Goma.


Eyewitness accounts reveal that between 17 to 22 civilians were killed by M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with a focus on the dire aftermath for families in the region. As fear looms, survivors express their desperate need for recognition and justice.


In the heart of Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a friend of the late Freddy Mukuza bore witness to a harrowing event that left the community shattered. On February 22, Mukuza, a 31-year-old father of two and local activist, was shot by M23 rebels while moving to a new house according to accounts from locals, many of whom fear to reveal their identities. Eyewitness Justin recalls rushing to the scene but being forbidden by the rebels from retrieving Mukuza, who was left to die. Within an hour of the assault, reports estimate between 17 to 22 individuals lost their lives, primarily young men.

The chilling incident reflects a grim reality in the region following M23's seizure of Goma late last month. The group, accused of past atrocities, shows an increasing impunity within the city, as they have established control with the tacit backing of neighboring Rwanda amidst ongoing tensions. M23's presence has led to an atmosphere of pervasive fear among residents, who have refrained from public discourse as violence becomes a part of daily life.

Freddy Mukuza's story highlights the plight of ordinary civilians in a country rich in natural resources yet plagued by poverty and conflict. His music, specifically a song called "Au Secours," questioned the absence of aid for his people, resonating with the despair expressed by those affected by ongoing violence. Amidst his family life, Freddy's aspirations to raise awareness about socio-political issues were cut short.

Since the violent episode in Kasika, locals describe a community paralyzed by fear. Families have been forced to adapt their lives in response to the threat of conscription and violence, as many men are now required to remain indoors after dark. As parents increasingly keep children from school to protect them, reports of abductions have spread panic.

Burials have become a hurried affair, stripped of the traditional mourning rituals as locals avoid drawing attention from the M23. Survivors express outrage and sorrow, likening the rebels’ approach to extermination rather than liberation. As uncertainty looms and human rights violations continue unabated, residents of Goma find themselves trapped in a desperate struggle for survival, aware that their stories remain largely unacknowledged and pleading for justice.

As communities grapple with trauma and loss, the echo of Mukuza's voice—a haunting reminder of the ambitions that once thrived in this strife-torn nation—continues to resonate. The world must pay heed to the bloodshed and its implications on the lives of ordinary citizens in Eastern Congo.

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