DR Congo: Religious leaders meet rebel groups in Goma

Democratic republic of Congo’s religious leaders have met rebels in Goma, as the conflict looks likely to escalate.

According to Africa News, during the meeting on 12 February, Donatien Nshole, a Catholic priest and political figure, urged the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels the reopen key infrastructure and allow the flow of aid into the city.

“We remain convinced that the solution to this crisis is not military,” Nshole added, stressing the need for peace.

Africa News, Maghrebi