After capturing Goma in eastern Congo, the M23 rebels held a rally to reassure residents of their safety under a new administration, despite a backdrop of international scrutiny and local unrest. M23 political leader Corneille Nangaa assured citizens about security and hinted at a return to normalcy, stating schools would reopen soon. However, community members expressed lingering fears regarding the situation, and despite the rebels' unilateral ceasefire to allow for humanitarian aid, the Congolese government deemed this announcement as insincere.
I ask you to sleep well because we bring you security; this is our priority," Nangaa said. "Starting next week, the children return to school.
I came to listen to their project," the resident said. "I don't know if I'm convinced... We're still afraid."
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