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Conflict in eastern DR Congo batters traders' livelihoods

Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda, Wazalendo and Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo fighters at the Stade de l'Unite, during their presentation by Colonel Willy Ngoma in Goma on May 10, 2025. [AFP]

At the end of the day, traders in Butembo get ready to hit the road in this large commercial city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Eric Kambale revved up the engine of his Mitsubishi Fuso truck for the long and perilous journey home.

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