DR Congo’s Protection Situation Remains Alarming Amid Ongoing Conflict and Ebola Threat

In August 2026, the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s protection landscape stayed precarious, especially in the eastern provinces. Persistent insecurity in North‑Kivu, South‑Kivu, Ituri and Tanganyika exposed civilians to physical harm, abductions, sexual violence, looting, extortion and movement restrictions linked to armed groups. New clashes and military operations triggered additional displacement, heightening protection needs. Community and land‑related tensions in Maï‑Ndombe and Kwilu illustrate that risks extend beyond active conflict zones. Women, children, internally displaced and returnees remain highly vulnerable, while security constraints limit humanitarian access in some areas. The advancing Ebola outbreak further compounds existing vulnerabilities among conflict‑affected populations.