The Kenyan, Uganda and South African Embassy in DRC has been attacked by protesters amid ongoing conflict in the Eastern side of DRC.
Confirming the news was foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing’oei who noted that the attack was serious breach of the international law as he strongly condemns it.
He continued by calling on authorities in Congo to take action against the incident as he noted that the country full stands with the DRC at the moment.
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“We are deeply concerned by the ongoing siege and attacks on Embassy Premises and personnel in Kinshasa, DRC, including the Kenyan, Uganda and South African Embassies, by marauding protesters who are voicing their discontent on the conflict in the Eastern Part of that country.
This development is a serious breach of international law and we condemn it in the strongest terms possible. We call on authorities in DRC to take appropriate action.
Kenya stands with the DRC during this challenging time and will use all diplomatic means within its disposal to work with the rest of the region in the search for peace. We implore Kenyan citizens and business people to exercise caution during this period.” he said
The news comes at a time when the Congolese rebels backed by Rwanda confirmed the take over of the city of Goma as they called on the state army to surrender.
Despite the news, heavy gun battle could still be heard on Tuesday as families moved to safer grounds. Women and children are most affected.
