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170 Bodies Found in Mass Graves Amid DRC Violence

2/27/2026

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  • Congolese authorities and a civil society group confirmed two mass graves in Kiromoni and Kavimvira near Uvira.
  • Governor Jacques Purusi reported the graves hold at least 170 bodies, with 30 in Kiromoni and 141 in Kavimvira.
  • Yves Ramadhani, a civil society leader, said M23 rebels are believed responsible for the killings, targeting those suspected of supporting the army.
  • The incident underscores ongoing violence in eastern DRC despite prior peace efforts.