The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (French: Forces armées de la république démocratique du Congo, FARDC) is the state organisation responsible for defending the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Comprised of land, air, and naval forces, the FARDC plays a vital role in maintaining internal security, combating insurgencies, and supporting humanitarian efforts. The army is committed to professionalizing its ranks, modernizing its equipment, and enhancing its operational capabilities to ensure the safety and stability of the DRC.

The FARDC was established in 2003, integrating various armed groups following the Second Congo War. Its formation aimed to create a unified national military to ensure stability and security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The Land Forces (French: Forces Terrestres), also called the Congolese Army, are the land warfare component and the largest branch of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC).

Sep 13, 2020 · Estimated at 140K in strength, the FARDC was formed after the Second Congo War to integrate various armed groups and serve as a unified national armed force. By 2010, the international community funded over $14 billion in military professionalism initiatives, training, and …

The Army of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), known as the Forces Armées de la République Démocratique du Congo (FARDC), is responsible for defending the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Dec 23, 2022 · L’ordonnance-loi portant programmation militaire (LPM) des Forces armées de la RDC (FARDC) a été adoptée par Gouvernement de la RDC le 16 août 2022. Cette loi, une première dans l’histoire de l’armée congolaise, intervient dans le cadre de la réforme l’armée.

The Congolese Armed Forces, which was renamed the Forces Armees de la Republique Democratique du Congo (FARDC), consists of an army, air force and navy.

The military of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC), assisted by United Nations and SADC peacekeepers, and the Wazalendo pro-government militias, prepared a defensive line in northern Goma. The initial M23 attack on January 25 was held back, but the next day the group's forces broke through and entered the city.

Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned four individuals who have engaged in destabilizing activities responsible for prolonging the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and contributing to widespread poverty, chronic food insecurity, and population displacement.