The UK has suspended aid to Rwanda, amid concerns about the country's role in the conflict in Democratic Republic of Congo, BBC News reported.

Ministers said the UK would not now release a payment worth £21m.

An aid payment of £16m was paid to Rwanda in September despite question marks over its alleged support for the M23 militia in DR Congo.

The government also said it would give a further £18m for immediate humanitarian needs in the DR Congo.

International Development Secretary Justine Greening said £21m, which was due to be handed over to Rwanda next month, would not be released because President Paul Kagame's regime had breached agreements.

The International Development Committee of the House of Commons (IDC) welcomed Ms Greening's announcement but said the UK should continue to provide to Rwanda's poor "via other means".