Islamic State & March 23 Movement

Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State group have carried out attacks in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating Ebola response efforts and displacing large populations.

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.

Islamic State: Islamic State-backed militants contribute to the violence and insecurity in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating the Ebola response by disrupting health facilities and displacing populations.

March 23 Movement: 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.

Islamic State: Militants affiliated with ISIL reportedly attacked a village in Ituri, causing displacement. Such attacks exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.

March 23 Movement: 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.

Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State have conducted attacks in Ituri, exacerbating the security crisis and impeding humanitarian aid for the Ebola response.

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.

Islamic State: Affiliated with ADF, adding to the complex security environment.

March 23 Movement: March 23 Movement, backed by Rwanda, has seized territory in North and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu, complicating access for health workers.

Islamic State: Islamic State-affiliated ADF is active in the region, contributing to insecurity that hampers the Ebola response.

March 23 Movement: Controlled areas with limited Ebola cases; declared outbreak over in its territory, showcasing governance capacity.

Islamic State: Linked to ADF; indirect role via insecurity.

March 23 Movement: Armed group controlling parts of North Kivu; claimed eradication of Ebola in its areas but complicates response.