“The expansion of industrial-scale cobalt and copper mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has led to the forced eviction of entire communities and grievous human rights abuses including sexual assault, arson and beatings.” - Amnesty International
“The Democratic Republic of Congo has been facing political instability and armed violence since 1996, with an estimated six million people killed since the conflict began. In March 2022 the M23 armed group launched a new offensive and seized territory in eastern DRC, displacing more than a million people.” - Al Jazeera
“Following years of economic and political decline and two regional wars, people in Congo continue to face extreme violence, massive displacement, and widespread rape. The conflicts caused an estimated 5.4 million deaths, mostly as a result of disease and malnutrition.” - Rescue International Committee
here are some organizations on the ground supporting Congolese people: Heal Africa provides holistic healthcare and wellbeing services, Panzi Foundation supports survivors of sexual violence, Mavuno supports agriculture and small business development, Yole!Africa empowers youth through art, education, and activism, UCOFEM supports women in media and journalism.