Burundi & March 23 Movement

Burundi: Burundi is affected by the conflict, with over 30,000 refugees crossing its border and reports of shells falling in its territory. Its Foreign Minister urged United States to pressure Rwandan President Paul Kagame.

March 23 Movement: 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.

Burundi: Burundi>>> is one of ten African countries identified by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention>>> as being at risk of Ebola infection due to the regional spread.

March 23 Movement: 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.

Burundi: Burundi>>> is one of ten African countries identified by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention>>> as being at elevated risk of Ebola transmission due to cross-border population movement.

March 23 Movement: 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.

Burundi: Burundi is affected by the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo due to its border with Uvira and its troops presence in the region, raising fears of regional spillover.