Ugandan contingent troops deployed in Mabenga
Ugandan Contingent troops under the East Africa Community Regional Force (EACRF) on 1st May 2023 deployed in Mabenga, completing the contingent’s deployment in the Joint Operation Area.
Uganda has troops in Bunagana, Chengerero and Rutshuru/Kiwanja to enhance the Protection of Civilians, opening up of the Bunagana-Rutshuru-Rumangabo-Goma MSR for the free flow of people & goods & enhance humanitarian support to the population.
Full deployment of troops into the Eastern DRC saw observance of ceasefire. EACRF remains resilient, committed and determined to the peace and stability process in Eastern DRC while upholding and respecting the DRC constitution, sovereignty, & territorial integrity.