Dozens killed in Bangui

Relief workers say they have recovered dozens of bodies in the capital of the Central African Republic.  More than 40 bodies have been recovered in the street of Bangui. The unrest began in March when mostly muslim Seleka forces overthrew president Francois Bozize.

Situation worsens in Central African Republic

Humanitarian situation in Central African Republic continues to deteriorate with tens of thousands seeking shelter from the violence.  There are 38,000 people at the airport in Bangui without latrines or washing facilities with no shelter from the rains or sun. There are 460 people needing medical attention.

The killings of civilians continues in Central African Republic

People in Bangui flee to the bush because their homes have been destroyed. More than 200 Nigerians are taking refuge at the Nigerian Embassy in the Central African Republic capital Bangui due to violence. Many citizens have sought refuge at the Bangui M'Poko International Airport.  People are sleeping in the open air despite the rain.  Most health care facilities in Bangui are closed because medical staff do not feel secure enough to go to work.  Thousands of people are taking refuge in places of worship. People are living in harsh conditions.  They have no idea what tomorrow will bring.

Children targeted in Central African Republic

More than 2.3 children are affected by crisis and violence.  Children need to be protected from harm, to be released from armed groups.  Children have been attacked, killed. They are victims of sexual violence.  80% of all primary schools have stopped functioning due to the fighting.

Africa prepares to send its troops to Central African Republic

Africa has not yet sent its troops to Central African Republic.  Burundi is the only country which has confirmed to send its troops.  Rwanda and Republic of Congo are discussing to send their forces.  So far two French solders have been killed in Bangui.

Hundreds killed in Bangui capital city of Central African Republic

According to French Embassy in the central African Republic capital Bangui  nearly 400 were killed.  The government of Central African Republic was overthrown in March 2013 by Seleka forces. Since then muslim armed  groups are attacking and burning down christian villages killing and wounding large number of people. Hundred of thousands have fled their homes in fear.  

On Friday 6th December, Seleka commander Colonel Saleh took his fighters to the catholic church camp in which were 35,000 displaced christians.  His men fired into the crowded camp. 

It was the worst violence the capital has seen since rebels toppled President Francois Bozize in March and installed their own chief Michel Djotodia as president - the first muslim leader of the majority christian country. Most of the corpse are still laying uncollected in the streets.