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The current state of affairs in the Democratic Republic of Congo is truly appalling. The country is being ravaged by multiple nations, resulting in the loss of countless lives. The lack of support and media coverage only exacerbates the dire situation.

In the captivating footage presented before us, we witness a solemn ceremony unfolding, where dignitaries converge to mourn the tragic loss of lives due to the brutal M23 atrocities in North Kivu, DRC. However, in a disheartening turn of events, ( See next video) we observe as the officials depart, leaving the burden of burying the victims upon the shoulders of the local community, comprised of men, women, and children. The Democratic Republic of Congo is a country under occupation. This is because it is under the authority of enemy armies, their militias as well as mercenaries in the government who commit war crimes. The security issues in eastern DRC cannot be resolved by the authors of these historic crimes.

In the troubled region of North Kivu, the notorious militant group known as M23 has left a trail of devastation, claiming the lives of over 300 innocent civilians. Despite the harrowing death toll, surprisingly, no decisive action has been taken against this ruthless terrorist organization. The baffling inaction of authorities only serves to embolden these merciless killers, leaving the local population living in fear and uncertainty. The lack of repercussions for their heinous crimes only further fuels the cycle of violence and chaos in the region, as the perpetrators continue to roam free, unchecked and unpunished. The complexity and severity of the situation demands urgent attention and intervention, yet the deafening silence from those in power is both troubling and deeply concerning.

Justice Congo Group is Campaigning with youth group in Bukavu on issues such as; climate emergency, digital innovation and the effects of human rights abuse in DRC

Joined us to help fight this climate and ecological emergency. People in Kalemi, Tanganyika Province (DRC) are experiencing the impact of extreme flooding . May 2024, Thousands of homes have been devastated by flooding following a powerful storm and a week of heavy rainfall. Furthermore , Vulnerable Congolese are witnessing an overflow of water that submerges land as well as their residential and commercial properties. This environment crisis confront us with the reality of our interdependence. As the world prepares to take action on climate change via Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by all UN Member States, and in order to achieve this proposed goals, our rapid response means we must ensure that saving the planet does not come at the expensive of the rights of vulnerable population because of their social status but, the promotion of investment in sustainable economic, development, the ecological and social energy transition, the sustainable ethics of all nations.

Coup in DRC;
Christian Malanga, a political leader who previously lived in the U.S, and the leader of the US-based United Congolese Party, was killed along with his troops in a coup attempt in Kinshasa DRC on May 19, 2024. According to official sources, Malanga tried to force entry into the Palais de la Nation. One of the arrested U.S. citizens was Malanga’s son, was also involved in the failed coup. The coup attempt was broadcast live on Facebook by the Malanga's
Coups in Africa.
The recent attempted coup d’etat in the Democratic Republic of Congo is not a new phenomenon in Africa. However regional and continental responses to coups have differed significantly. Coups in Africa over the last seven decades can be associated to the nature and evolution of politics and citizen responses. The recent spate of coups since 2021 in Sudan, Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Niger and Gabon varied in character from the coups of the previous decades. It can be noted that there has been a shift in the motivation for coups. A common practice was the manipulation of national constitutions for term extensions, rigged electoral outcomes, deterioration of security and a rise in anti-colonial sentiment. In Niger the coup was motivated by ‘the continuous deterioration of the security situation and bad social and economic management’. In Guinea, the junta slammed Alpha Conde for ‘mismanagement, corruption and bad governance’. While some coups, particularly those in Guinea and Gabon, have been framed as attempts to restore democracy. The international dimension of previous coups was centred largely around the hidden hands of external powers, recent coups have had an undertone of anti-imperialist sentiment among citizens, mostly against France. In Mali, this resulted in the expulsion of French troops and similar agitations in Niger. Africa has seen an increase in the use of foreign military elements – such as the Wagner Group to secure the country has increased after coups in Mali and Burkina Faso, in particular, with similar expectations in Niger. In an attempt to address these phenomenon regional and continental norms were tightened which resulted in the Algiers decision on unconstitutional changes of government and the subsequent adoption of the 2000 Lomé Declaration. The former banned coup-makers from attending Organisation of African Unity summits, while the latter pronounced on unconstitutional changes of government (UCGs), defining a zero-tolerance policy against coups.

The outcomes of these responses, coupled with the spread of democracy, significantly reduced coup numbers. To further stifle the reoccurrence of coups in Africa it is recommended that the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union should advocate a comprehensive review of existing frameworks to counter UCGs with specific reference to the Lomé Declaration and the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance. In an ideal world the decision to change an ineffective, corrupt and unresponsive government should be left in the hands of an informed voter to bring about democratic change.

Congolese Community self-defence group in the village of Katolo, Kashalira (North Kivu) acting in self-defence against ‘imminent’ armed attacks from M23

The Implementation of the Mapping Report could provide hope and change for the vulnerable people of the DRC, which they so desperately need.
There has never been a more pressing time to hold the Rwanda, Uganda governments to account for their continuing war crime in DRC . So many years since, there remains little intervention by the Congolese army (FARDC), infiltrated as it is by Rwandan military personnel. This weakness in the Congolese army means no adequate action is taken to protect the suffering population of eastern DRC.

The east of DRC is the victim of an unprecedented barbarity, the work of the regular army of Rwanda and Uganda. With the complicit and culpable silence of the Congolese government, powerless to protect the local populations against mas killings, rape with violence and mutilation of women and girls, many of whom are buried alive...

The displacement of Congolese nationals from their villages in Bitonga near Bweremana and Minova, North Kivu amid increasing violence by M23 and allies. Congolese President Tshisekedi and his Rwandan counter part Paul Kagame of Rwanda are behind the death of Congolese innocents

It has been demonstrated that faith Leaders, especially Catholic clergies in DRC have been victims of reprisal by the governments. Justice Congo Group, and Many of them believe that whenever they express critical judgments against the government, they become targeted. In DRC, they are connected with the people, as they reflect the voice of Congolese people. Justice Congo Group shares their concern over the security situation in South Kivu and the rest of the country. To be noted, Justice Congo Group work closely with social movements in DRC. They represent a range of institutions, including the Non-profit, The Civil Society, The Voluntary, The Third, The Social Economy, and other NGOS. These organisations encompass churches, hospitals, universities, social clubs, professional organizations, community organisations, health clinics, environmental groups, family counselling for traumas, human rights administrations, community associations, and many other in the Region.

What’s Happening in the Democratic Republic of the Congo that matters

Documentary film: The empire of silence by Thierry Michel

Presentation speech by Kenyata C Mirindi of Justice Congo Group at Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, London. Film screening, Empire of Silence, seeking to raise awareness and action on the horrific situation in DRC in Congo

Holocaust in DR C. There are millions of Congolese dying, but no one is talking about it, when Rwanda and Uganda are killing Congolese, Forcing them to leave their land. Who are helping Rwanda and Uganda? Multinational corporations. Reason; the multinationals corporations can continue gaining free access to DRC'S natural resources

Self-defence is a fundamental right, says. it is an ultimate core value of their existence.

The Rwanda-backed M23 armed group in DRC, North Kivu has devastated the lives of young Congolese. Here are some of the displaced, unaccompanied Children in North Kivu, Goma. They are victims of the ongoing war by M23, and current system of government in DRC. Local women in Goma play a crucial role in supporting, addressing the needs of these Vulnerable children.

There is enough evidence that Rwanda is not a safe country

INTERNATIONAL WATER DAY 2024
Unless we joint efforts to denounce human impact on the environment in DRC, the world will have more intense droughts and more devastating floods, more wildfires and more storms. The world cannot ignore the environmental crisis in the Democratic Rep of Congo consequently, the world will not be able to stave off the worst consequences of climate change.
Bukavu is a port city in the province of South Kivu, DRC. Here is the work of our partner. They are Reducing , Reusing , and Recycle waste Items from cardboard, glass, metal and some plastics from the Lake Kivu, one of the African Great Lakes environment.

And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. What is the truth about what happened in Rwanda's 1994 genocide? and what we can all do about it ? We need to build a world where people, regardless of who they are, have rights to life.