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EU Cuts Ties with Rwanda Over Congo Conflict: A Clash Between Ethics and Resources?

by Congo | Feb 25, 2025 | Social Struggles

In a Pivotal Moment That Underscores the Fragile Intersection of Geopolitics and Resource Diplomacy The European Union’s (EU) decision on 24 February to suspend defence consultations with Rwanda and review a significant agreement on critical raw materials...

A review of the Genocide of Kisangani: The Quest for Justice and Reparation

by Congo | Oct 25, 2024 | Human Rights

Kisangani: A City Scarred by Conflict and the Quest for Justice Kisangani, a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo, serves as a stark reminder of the devastation caused by conflicts driven by economic interests. Situated within the Democratic Republic of Congo...

HUNGER KILLS INMATE AT KABARE CENTRAL PRISON IN SOUTH KIVU

by Congo | May 27, 2020 | Prisoners

Kabare central prison in South Kivu has just registered one more death due to Hunger. According to Emmanuel Bengheya, president of the Kabare Civil Society, this detainee was called Papy Mashimango and died on the morning of Tuesday, May 26, 2020 from lack of food....

Respect Human Rights, During the COVID-19 Pandemic

by Congo | May 3, 2020 | Human Rights

If the world needed a reminder of the crucial importance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the COVID-19 pandemic we are currently experiencing is a perfect example. The coronavirus knows no national, racial, religious, national or political boundaries. We...

Vital Kamerhe Pre-trial detention at Makala central prison

by Congo | Apr 13, 2020 | Prisoners

The Director of Cabinet of the President of the Republic, Vital Kamerhe, has been in pre-trial detention since Wednesday, April 8, at Makala central prison. He was taken there after his hearing on the management of funds allocated to the 100-day work of the President...