In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, clashes are intensifying as M23 rebels recapture two villages in North Kivu province, just days after losing them. The fighting comes amid a fragile Angolan-brokered ceasefire, with thousands of civilians fleeing their homes and both sides accusing each other of violations. The surge follows the killing of the M23's military spokesperson in a drone strike, raising questions about the group's next moves and the humanitarian impact on the region. For analysis,  Stephanie Wolters, Senior Research Fellow at the South African Institute of International Affairs, and Director of Okapi Consulting, specialising in the Great Lakes region.

<p>In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, clashes are intensifying as M23 rebels recapture two villages in North Kivu province, just days after losing them. The fighting comes amid a fragile Angolan-brokered ceasefire, with thousands of civilians fleeing their homes and both sides accusing each other of violations. The surge follows the killing of the M23's military spokesperson in a drone strike, raising questions about the group's next moves and the humanitarian impact on the region. For analysis, &nbsp;Stephanie Wolters, Senior Research Fellow at the South African Institute of International Affairs, and Director of Okapi Consulting, specialising in the Great Lakes region.</p>