The humanitarian crisis in North and South Kivu, DR Congo, is worsening as refugees in areas like Kanyabayonga, Lubero, and Minova face neglect in humanitarian aid delivery. Aid workers are unable to reach some areas due to rebel control, leading to deaths from starvation and lack of medical services. Civil society activist Aimé Mbusa Mukanda confirms the dire situation and calls for government action to address potential misappropriation of aid funds and to prevent a looming humanitarian disaster.

Congo's presidential election faced delays, leading to an extension of voting amid concerns over the integrity of the process. Polling stations that failed to open on Wednesday will conduct voting on Thursday, according to electoral commission chair Denis Kadima. Logistical and security challenges, including smudged voter cards and faulty voting machines, have raised doubts among Congolese about the credibility of the election. President Felix Tshisekedi is running for a second term against 26 candidates, with Moise Katumbi as his main rival. Opposition candidate Denis Mukwege criticized the extension, fearing it would not reflect the will of the people. Allegations of voter fraud and issues with voter lists have also surfaced. The European Union canceled its observer mission, and the East African Community was not granted access to Congo for observation.

Congo's presidential election faced delays, leading to an extension of voting into a second day. Logistical and security challenges, including smudged voter cards and faulty voting machines, raised concerns about the election's integrity. President Felix Tshisekedi is seeking re-election against 26 candidates, with Moise Katumbi as a main rival. The electoral commission's efforts to improve credibility were criticized amid chaotic voting conditions. Observers reported voter fraud and issues with voter lists, while the EU canceled its observer mission and the East African Community was denied access. Despite these issues, a U.S.-brokered cease-fire in the east appeared to be holding.