Wisma Putra Media Advisory 8 Feb: Situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is closely monitoring the security situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). As of 7 February 2025, Goma, the largest city in eastern DRC, remains under the control of the M23 group. The Ministry is in constant contact with the Malaysian High Commission in Namibia (concurrently accredited to the DRC) and the Ministry of Defence to assess the situation and ensure the safety of all Malaysians in the region.
The Ministry confirms that all Malaysian officials serving in the Democratic Republic of the Congo under the United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) remain safe. However, UN personnel have been restricted to movement within UN compounds for safety reasons.
Malaysians intending to travel to the DRC are strongly urged to defer their travel plans until the security situation stabilises.
For Consular Assistance:
High Commission of Malaysia in Windhoek
Address: 98, Nelson Mandela Avenue
Klein Windhoek, Namibia
Phone: (+264-61) 259 342 / (+264-61) 259 344
Email: mwwindhoek@kln.gov.my
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as necessary.
Communication & Public Diplomacy Division
Ministry of Foreign Affairs