# Violence and instability in North Kivu

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/violence-and-instability-in-north-kivu
> Updated: 2026-09-01T10:04:31.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Violence and instability continue to affect civilian populations in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

In mid-August, security services in the Walikale territory arrested two armed men from the Wazalendo group following the alleged rape of a child. During this period, victims of armed conflict held a memorial ceremony to demand justice, reparations, and improved security, specifically citing massacres attributed to the ADF and calling for an end to impunity.

By late August and early September, the region experienced further distress. A large fire in Makana destroyed over 50 homes and several businesses, prompting local authorities to pledge reconstruction materials. Additionally, an armed attack in the Rutshuru territory near Vitshumbi resulted in four civilian deaths and approximately ten injuries. Local reports suggest the attack may have involved M23 rebels, self-defense groups, or FDLR fighters.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: North Kivu faces armed attack and major fire

Violence and disaster strike North Kivu, DRC: an armed attack in Rutshuru left four civilians dead, while a massive fire in Walikale destroyed over 50 homes and several businesses.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/north-kivu-faces-armed-attack-and-major-fire

### 2026-08-17: North Kivu violence: Two suspects arrested for alleged rape of a child

Violence in North Kivu, DRC, persists as two suspected Wazalendo members were arrested for the alleged rape of a 10-year-old girl, while victims of armed groups demand justice and reparations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/north-kivu-violence-two-suspects-arrested-for-alleged-rape-of-a-child

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Cite as: Violence and instability in North Kivu. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/violence-and-instability-in-north-kivu