Editor's Note: This blog post was written in Goma, August 4, 2014, by Timo Mueller with contributions by Fidel Bafilemba
In important developments last Thursday, on 31 July, Congolese authorities cleared all charges leveled against General Amisi Kumba, former commander of the Congolese land forces. Amisi was suspended on 22 November 2012 following accusations made by the United Nations Group of Experts that he "oversees a network distributing hunting ammunition for poachers and armed groups, including Raïa Mutomboki" and Nyatura. The Rwandan government further asserted that Amisi contributes weapons to the FDLR rebel group. Amisi is also accused of a number of war crimes including widespread killings, summary executions, rapes, and pillage.
For now, it remains unclear whether Gen. Amisi - also known as Tango Four - will resume his earlier position currently filled by Gen. François Olenga. During his suspension, Tango Four presided over a famous sports club in Kinshasa know as AS V Club. While the Group of Experts has yet to respond, members of civil society in North Kivu has What explains the decision?
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