Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Influx of 40,000 fleeing Congo war worsens Burundi humanitarian plight, UN says
Burundi is facing a rapidly worsening humanitarian situation as more than 40,000 people have fled there in two weeks to escape fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the U.N. said on Friday.
Burundi Faces Influx of Refugees Amid Congo Crisis
Burundi faces a worsening humanitarian crisis as over 40,000 refugees flee from conflict-ridden Democratic Republic of Congo. The UN reports overwhelmed areas and health issues among arrivals. Burundi,
Burundi reports 10 000 refugees in 3 days amid DR Congo conflict
Burundi on Monday said that close to 10 000 people had fled across its western border from the Democratic Republic of Congo over the last three days as Rwanda-backed forces advance there.
Burundi strained as tens of thousands flee from Congo war
Burundi is facing a rapidly worsening humanitarian situation as more than 40,000 people have fled there in two weeks to escape fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the U.N. said on Friday (February 21).
Congo conflict: Thousands seek refuge in Burundi
With people fleeing an escalating war between M23 rebels and Congolese government forces, the United Nations now fears a humanitarian disaster if no measures are taken to immediately end hostilities.Burundi has been facing a massive influx of refugees as families flee fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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IRC launches emergency response as over 40,000 refugees from DRC arrive in Burundi
As thousands of Congolese refugees flee ongoing violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), today, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is launching this week an emergency response in ...
Burundi troops withdraw in eastern Congo as M23 rebels expand reach, sources say
Burundi is withdrawing its forces from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where they had been fighting against M23 rebels, ...
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Up to 15,000 people arrive in Burundi within days amid escalating violence in Congo: UN refugee agency
Conditions in the communities near the border are extremely dire, with a lack of shelter, water and sanitation facilities,' ...
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Burundi's Alleged Troop Withdrawal Stirs Tensions amid M23 Rebel Advances
Claims of Burundi withdrawing troops from eastern Congo amid M23 rebel advances create tension, with Burundian military denying such moves. The UN accuses M23 of executing children, worsening civilian ...
Burundi troops withdraw from M23 fight in new blow to Congo
Burundi is withdrawing its forces from eastern Congo where they had been fighting against M23 rebels, four sources said on ...
The U.S. Is Cutting Off Foreign Aid. My Youngest Patients Are Paying the Price
T he sun is barely rising in rural Burundi when we begin our medical rounds in the pediatric ward. I am an American, ...
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U.S. cautions against travel to Eastern African nation as crime rises
Violent crimes like assault, carjacking, home invasion, grenade attacks, and armed robbery are possible, according to the advisory. Medical services are also well below U.S. standards, according to ...
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Urgent Appeal Launched As DR Congo Crisis Fuels Mass Displacement to Burundi
The UN refugee agency, UNHCR, has launched a $40.4 million appeal to address the deepening humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and its impact on neighbouring countries, ...