source: Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo; 7 Sur 7; Radio Okapi; Actualite
actor1: Military Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (2019-)
actor2: Ngumino Ethnic Militia (Democratic Republic of Congo)
location: Kitasha
notes: On 12 August 2021, the FARDC regained control of Kitasha (Mwenga, Sud-Kivu) following clashes against the Ngumino/Twirwaneho (Makanika). In parallel, other clashes took place across the province, including Bijombo, Mikenge, Ntayoberwa, Mikarati, Muranvya, Ngoma, Kamombo, Kangwe, Kabara I/II/III, Chakira, Chanzovou, Kanogo, Murambi, Kanangananga, Kirunga/Karungo and Koeti. Overall, at least 25 people died (7 soldiers and 18 militants, including a commander). 8 FARDC soldiers and 48 militiamen were wounded. Community displacements were triggered. 25 fatalities spread across 16 events.