The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), represented by Samuel Mbemba, Deputy Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, is seeking to condemn Rwanda for alleged aggression in the region, including looting, rapes, and massacres.
Kinshasa hopes to secure reparations from Kigali. A preliminary hearing was being held on Thursday in the East African Court in Arusha, Tanzania.
In addition to the East African Court, Rwanda faces charges before the African Court on Human and People's Rights. These actions are part of the DRC’s broader effort to hold Rwanda accountable for regional instability.
The Congolese government is also pushing for the International Criminal Court to speed up its investigation into Rwanda’s actions in the eastern DR Congo.
To further bolster these efforts, the government has launched a campaign called “Justice for the DRC” aimed at raising global awareness and demanding justice for victims of the conflict.
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DR Congo Seeks Justice and Reparations for Rwanda’s Role in Conflict
10/01/2024
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