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Congo - KinshasaDr. Denis Mukwege speaks on 30 years of war and impunity in DRC
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege held a conference-debate on 30 years of war and impunity in the Democratic Republic of Congo, emphasizing the urgent need to end violence.
Background
The Democratic Republic of Congo has endured decades of conflict, particularly in its eastern regions, fueled by competition over vast mineral resources and involving numerous armed groups. This prolonged instability has led to widespread violence and a significant humanitarian crisis, with calls for accountability for human rights abuses.
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Historical context of the Great African War in Congo
First report 15h agoLast update 15h agoRecalling the Second Congolese War as one of the deadliest conflicts post-WWII, questioning why it receives less attention than other global conflicts.
Dr. Denis Mukwege speaks on 30 years of war and impunity in DRC
First report 1d agoLast update 1d agoAdvocacy for an urgent end to the cycles of violence and impunity that have plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo for three decades.
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