Trouble again flared up in Goma, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, after CARE's compound was subjected to a robbery last night. Humanitarian sources said the assault was carried out by armed men and the compound was extensively looted, including a car, radios, cash and personal belongings. No injuries were reported. Shooting was heard in the Katindo area of the town later the same evening.
Reports say hundreds of people are possibly being held at the local football stadium.
Shooting broke out in Kisangani yesterday after DRC soldiers went on the rampage, apparently dissatisfied with the pay they had received. Local reports said Tutsi members of the army were paid in dollars, while other Congolese were paid in local currency or not at all. A number of soldiers reportedly went to the local jail and smashed down the doors. Consequently, some of the prisoners escaped, causing anxiety among the local population. Several houses belonging to aid agencies were also looted.