Various media outlets in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), including Top Congo, have reported that MRDP-Twirwaneho fighters, who are closely allied with the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC/M23) coalition, continue to be seen in areas near the city of Baraka, one of the major cities in South Kivu Province, located in Fizi Territory.
According to those reports, on Monday, July 20, 2026, MRDP-Twirwaneho fighters were seen in the Mulima area, located about 40 kilometers from the city of Baraka. However, reliable sources indicate that they took control of this area a few days after capturing the Point Zero area.
Updated information from military operation areas indicates that MRDP-Twirwaneho is no longer in Mulima, as was reported on Monday. Instead, it is reportedly moving toward other small settlements beyond Mulima, closer to the city of Baraka. This development continues to spark debate and has led to further in-depth analysis of the security situation in the area.
Analysts say that the continued presence of MRDP-Twirwaneho in areas near Baraka could contribute to improving the security situation for the Banyamulenge community, as those accused of threatening their safety are reportedly still in uncertainty within Fizi Territory.
Baraka is one of the key cities in terms of administration, trade, and military activities in South Kivu Province.
So far, no official statement has been issued by government or military authorities to confirm or deny these reports. Meanwhile, various media outlets in the DRC continue to report that MRDP-Twirwaneho operations are moving closer to areas surrounding the city of Baraka.
