Congo ex-president Kabila makes first public appearance in rebel-held Goma

Democratic Republic of Congo's former President Joseph Kabila arrives for discussion with the religious leaders to help find a "solution" to the crisis in the country's eastern regions, where Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have seized significant territory, in Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, May 30, 2025. PHOTO | REUTERS

What you need to know:

  • The former president's camp denies any ties to the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels who have seized more territory than ever since January.