DR Congo plans to acquire China’s advanced Rainbow-7 drones amid plans to retake Goma and Bukavu Premium

DR Congo reportedly plans to acquire China’s advanced CH-7 Rainbow-7 drones amid alleged military preparations to retake Goma and Bukavu in eastern Congo.

Oct 1, 2026 - 07:31
Oct 1, 2026 - 07:31
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DR Congo plans to acquire China’s advanced Rainbow-7 drones amid plans to retake Goma and Bukavu
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is reportedly seeking to acquire advanced CH-7 (Rainbow-7) unmanned aerial vehicles from China, amid growing speculation about a possible military offensive aimed at regaining control of Goma and Bukavu in eastern DR Congo. According to  reports, the Congolese government has returned to the Chinese arms market to procure the advanced drones, which are described as more sophisticated than the CH-4 models previously used in

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