Mapping the human toll of the conflict in DR Congo. Ongoing violence and instability, including fighting by M23 rebels, has forced millions to flee their homes in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Map of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo showing areas controlled by M23 rebels. Source: AEI Critical Threats Project. Latest area of control as of March 3, 2025.

Image: Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighbouring countries Fighting has centred on the North Kivu province, where M23 is mostly active and which borders both Uganda and Rwanda.