M23 Advance on Sake Causes Mass Displacement
A renewed offensive by the M23/AFC coalition targeting the strategic town of Sake in North Kivu triggered a massive wave of displacement. An estimated 18,000 civilians fled toward overcrowded camps near Goma over a 48-hour period to escape intense crossfire between rebel elements and FARDC units.
Date: April 28, 2026
Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Conflict: M23 Rebellion
Category: ground battle
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 24
Displaced: 18,000
Source: Local Civil Society