Violent attacks kill women in Kamituga and Walikale, eastern DRC

On 12 July 2026 a woman in her twenties was found dead in a wooded area near the 5ᵉ CELPA church in Kalingi Bishilu, Kamituga, South‑Kivu. Identified as Nathalie Kibasomba, she had left home the previous evening and was later discovered by children playing football. Local sources say she suffered violence before being killed, and the community is demanding a thorough investigation and stronger security measures.

The following day, 13 July 2026, a woman was fatally shot in Mungazi, Walikale, North‑Kivu, during a dispute between two local armed fighters. The altercation escalated into gunfire, striking the by‑stander who was not involved in the fight. The alleged shooter was reportedly detained by his comrades, but details of any legal action remain unclear. Both incidents have heightened fear among residents and prompted calls for authorities to address the growing insecurity in the region.