Regional civil society organisations have petitioned the heads of states from Southern and East African to put in place mechanisms to protect civilians in the war-torn eastern Congo.
In a statement addressed to the African Union, the East African Community, the Southern African Development Community heads of state, the East African Civil society Organisation Forum (EACSOF) wants the leaders to implement and oversee a ceasefire, ensure unhindered humanitarian access and restore essential services in the affected area.
