You Will Not Believe What Happened in Congo' The Beheading of 70 Christians And Why the World Is Silent
- Sebastian Sivillica
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Introduction
The Horror You Were Never Meant to See
They were mothers, fathers, children gathered in prayer, not knowing it would be their last. In a remote village in the Democratic Republic of Congo, 70 Christians were reportedly beheaded by an ISIS-affiliated group during what is now known as the Kassanda Massacre. And while you scroll through headlines filled with celebrity scandals and political distractions, this brutal act of religious extermination was met with global silence.
This isn’t just a blog. It’s an alarm bell the world refuses to ring.
⛪ The Church They Died In More Than Just a Building
In the heart of Kassanda stood a small, humble church a structure built from mud, brick, and hope. It wasn’t just a place of worship. It was a sanctuary, a gathering space, a heartbeat of the village.
For decades, this church had been a shelter in the storm through conflict, famine, and displacement. Here, families gathered to sing. Mothers brought their children to be baptized. Survivors came to pray for peace they couldn’t find anywhere else.
“It was the only place that felt truly safe.”– Local villager, two weeks before the massacre
The walls bore no stained glass, no polished marble. But they held the names of the lost, the hopes of the hurting, and the faith of the forgotten. It was in that sacred space that fragile symbol of light that darkness came.
They didn’t just attack people. They attacked a symbol. They didn’t just destroy lives. They desecrated meaning.
The Kassanda church was a symbol of resilience. Of spiritual survival. Of community healing. And now, it stands as a tomb soaked not just in blood, but in global indifference.
🩸 What Really Happened? Inside the Kassanda Massacre Congo
On the night of the attack, members of Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), an ISIS-affiliated terror group, stormed a church in Kassanda village, eastern DRC. Eyewitnesses report that the assailants used machetes to execute entire families, including children as young as five.
"They didn’t just kill. They wanted to send a message. And that message is being ignored."
70+ Christians slaughtered
Victims included entire families
No major global headlines
No UN emergency response
And yet, when Notre Dame burned, the world wept.
📉 The Death Toll No One Is Counting
According to Open Doors USA, more than 5,000 Christians were killed for their faith in Sub Saharan Africa in 2023 alone. The DRC remains in the top 10 most dangerous places to be a Christian, yet media coverage is less than 0.05% of global news traffic.
Why?
No oil? No viral value?
Political risk in naming ISIS openly?
Is African blood simply cheaper?
🧠 What the Media Won’t Say (And Why It Matters)
Behind the silence lies a powerful contradiction:
Christians are the most persecuted religious group in the world
But they receive the least global attention, especially when they’re African
Western powers arm and support regimes in regions where these atrocities occur.
🔍 FACT: The ADF have been receiving arms through smuggling routes linked to international military exchanges.
Still think this is just a local issue?
Featured Video: The Forgotten Martyrs
video about Kassanda Massacre or curated clip from eyewitness report
There was blood everywhere. My sister was praying. Now she’s gone." Survivor Testimony
⛪ The Church A Beacon of Faith and Community Now Broken
In the heart of Kassanda stood a modest yet profound symbol of hope — the local Protestant church. Constructed with humble materials, its true strength lay not in its physical structure but in its role as a sanctuary for the faithful. For decades, this church had been a place where the community gathered to worship, find solace, and support one another through the trials of daily life.
The church's history is intertwined with the broader narrative of Christianity in the region, dating back to the late 19th century when missionaries introduced the faith to the area. Over time, it became more than just a place of worship; it was a cornerstone of the community, hosting baptisms, weddings, and funerals, and serving as a refuge during times of conflict.
Its symbolic significance cannot be overstated. The church represented resilience, unity, and the enduring spirit of a people who, despite facing adversity, remained steadfast in their faith. The attack on this sacred space was not merely an act of violence but an assault on the very heart of the community's identity and heritage.
📚 The Truth Behind the Silence Facts the World Ignores
While the Kassanda Christian massacre shocked those who heard of it, the reality is far darker and far more ignored than a single incident. The Democratic Republic of Congo has become the epicenter of forgotten persecution, armed conflict, and strategic silence.
🔹 Christian Persecution is at a Record High
According to Open Doors’ 2024 World Watch List, the DRC ranks 37th in the world for Christian persecution — but is rarely mentioned by Western media. In eastern regions like North Kivu and Ituri, churches are burned, pastors kidnapped, and entire congregations slaughtered by groups like the ADF (Allied Democratic Forces), an ISIS-linked militia.
🔹 The ADF Has Killed Thousands and It’s Escalating
The UN Security Council reports that the ADF is responsible for at least 6,000 civilian deaths since 2013, with increased brutality in 2024–2025, including beheadings, mass rapes, and child abductions. The Kassanda Massacre, in which 70 Christians were reportedly beheaded in a church, fits the pattern — yet was met with global silence.
🔹 Children Are the First Targets
UNICEF estimates that 3.4 million children in the DRC are at risk due to displacement, trauma, malnutrition, and violence. Many witness their families slaughtered. Many are recruited as child soldiers or trafficked across borders.
🔹 Media Bias is Not a Myth It’s Measurable
A 2023 study by Amnesty International showed that African conflicts like those in Congo receive 94% less coverage than European conflicts, even when death tolls are higher. In the same week as Kassanda, 19 articles were published on celebrity gossip — and only one on the Congo crisis.
FAQ The Truth You’re Not Supposed to Know About Kassanda Christian massacre Congo❓
Q: Why is ISIS operating in Congo?
A: The ADF pledged allegiance to ISIS in 2019. Their funding and arms flow through porous borders and black-market arms deals.
Q: Why don’t major media outlets cover this?
A: Editors prioritize stories that attract engagement. African mass killings are viewed as "low interest," despite their horror.
Q: Where are international peacekeepers?
A: The UN mission (MONUSCO) has repeatedly failed to respond quickly to eastern DRC attacks, with bureaucratic delays costing lives.
Q: Are other massacres happening?
A: Yes. The Kassanda Massacre is one of over 120 attacks on Christian or ethnic communities in the last 12 months.
📢 What You Can Do Right Now
🕯️ Donate:
📲 Share this blog Ignorance fuels genocide.
🖊️ Email your MP or representative. Demand investigations into the Congo massacres.
💬 Post on TikTok using hashtags: #KassandaMassacre #FreeTheDRC #ChristianGenocide
💔 Final Words Write Their Names in History
This is not about politics. It’s about human dignity. It’s about 70 people who had names, families, dreams — and who died in silence while the world looked away.
But you’re here. That means
you care. Now make the world care too.
Stand with us. Share the truth. Free the DRC.
Written by Sebastian| FreeTheDRC.org
📌 Source: UN Human Rights Watch, Open Doors USA, ACLED, World Watch List 2024
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