March 23 Movement
Tracked across 23 events · 3884 articles · First seen Mar 09, 2018 · Last active Aug 23, 2026
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After five days of negotiations in Switzerland (August 17-21), the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Rwanda-backed March 23 Movement (M23) agreed on a roadmap for peace talks under the Doha Framework Agreement signed…
Impact: M23 is the main rebel group negotiating with the DRC. The roadmap provides a framework for its integration into a political process, but continued fighting and sanctions against its leaders may persist until a final deal is reached.
Aug 22, 2026 · 25 articles
Accidents
Impact: The March 23 Movement controls the Rubaya mine and is accused by the Democratic Republic of the Congo government of allowing illegal and unsafe mining practices, leading to the landslide. They disputed the death toll, claiming only five people died.
Mar 04, 2026 · 11 articles
International
Impact: March 23 Movement launched an offensive in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, capturing Uvira and causing significant civilian casualties and displacement, despite a U.S.-mediated peace agreement.
Dec 11, 2025 · 6 articles
Accidents
Impact: March 23 Movement controls the Rubaya mines where the collapse occurred and disputes the casualty figures, claiming bombings caused the deaths. They generate significant revenue from taxing coltan trade.
Mar 04, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: The M23 rebel group controls resource-rich areas in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and profits from the illicit mineral trade, which funds its operations. The sanctions aim to cut off its financial support.
Jun 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: March 23 Movement is a Rwandan-backed rebel group accused of significant violence and territorial gains in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, serving as a key point of contention in the ICJ case.
Jun 26, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Impact: M23 is a key rebel group in eastern Congo; its leaders are sanctioned, potentially weakening its operations.
Jul 17, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: The March 23 Movement, backed by Rwanda, controls key cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo — North Kivu and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu, further hindering Ebola containment efforts and contributing to the humanitarian crisis.
May 21, 2026 · 627 articles
Accidents
Impact: The March 23 Movement>>>, a rebel group, controls parts of North and South Kivu provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>>, complicating Ebola response efforts due to insecurity and lack of communication with the government.
May 18, 2026 · 505 articles
Accidents
Impact: The March 23 Movement rebel group controls parts of Democratic Republic of the Congo — North Kivu and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu provinces, including Democratic Republic of the Congo — Goma, where Ebola cases have been confirmed. Their presence complicates humanitarian access and coordination of the response.
May 15, 2026 · 446 articles
International
Impact: The M23 rebel group is a key armed actor in eastern DRC, allegedly backed by Rwanda, and its actions have intensified the conflict.
Jul 15, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing its largest and fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus for which there are no approved vaccines or treatments. The outbreak, declared on…
Impact: Armed group controlling areas in North and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu, complicating the response. Its conflict with the DRC government hinders access to affected communities.
Mar 09, 2018 · 543 articles
Business
Impact: The March 23 Movement controls the Rubaya coltan mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and disputes the official death toll from a mine collapse, blaming bombings for the incident.
Mar 04, 2026 · 9 articles
Accidents
Impact: Armed group controlling parts of North Kivu; claimed eradication of Ebola in its areas but complicates response.
Mar 09, 2018 · 314 articles
Accidents
Impact: Controlled areas with limited Ebola cases; declared outbreak over in its territory, showcasing governance capacity.
Jul 06, 2026 · 410 articles
International
Impact: The March 23 Movement is fighting in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and has engaged in talks with the Congolese government, mediated by the United States and Qatar, to establish a permanent ceasefire.
Apr 17, 2026 · 16 articles
International
Impact: The March 23 Movement, a Rwanda-backed rebel group, controls parts of eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, further complicating the Ebola response due to ongoing conflict and instability.
May 26, 2026 · 213 articles
Accidents
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing its deadliest Ebola outbreak on record, caused by the rare Bundibugyo ebolavirus. As of August 19, 2026, the outbreak has surpassed 5,000 confirmed cases and over 2,300…
Impact: March 23 Movement, backed by Rwanda, has seized territory in North and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu, complicating access for health workers.
Aug 01, 2026 · 295 articles
International
Impact: Rwanda>>> has faced global pressure over accusations that it supports the March 23 Movement>>> group in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo>>>.
Jun 01, 2026 · 53 articles
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March 23 Movement agreed on roadmap Democratic Republic of the CongoDR Congo, M23 agree peace roadmap
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March 23 Movement launched offensive Democratic Republic of the CongoDR Congo Ebola outbreak...
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March 23 Movement imposed movement restrictionsDR Congo Ebola outbreak...
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March 23 Movement controlled areasDRC Ebola outbreak spreads...
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March 23 Movement established mechanismDR Congo, M23 agree peace roadmap
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March 23 Movement agreed on standardized method Democratic Republic of the CongoDR Congo, M23 agree peace roadmap
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March 23 Movement declared territories Ebola-freeDR Congo Ebola outbreak...
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March 23 Movement scheduled verification missionDR Congo, M23 agree peace roadmap
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