Minister Lamola expresses grave concerns over the escalating conflict between Rwanda and the DRC, warning of potential regional war as tensions rise between South African and Rwandan leaders.

As the rebels gained the upper hand in the battlefield by capturing most of Goma - the biggest city in the east - South Africa fired a diplomatic salvo, warning that further attac

Expert defends South Africa's presence in the DRC, emphasising its role in regional peacekeeping efforts and the protection of national interests.

The United Nations expressed deep concern at reports of M23 rebels and Rwandan troops advancing south towards the Congolese city of Bukavu on Thursday, as the militants sought also to assert their control over east Congo's largest city Goma.

Rwandan President Paul Kagame blasted criticism of his country's role in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where rebels his government backs have seized its largest city, saying Kigali is prepared for "confrontation" if necessary.