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MONUSCO organizes a weekly press conference every Wednesday that serves as a communication space for the Mission and all UN agencies in DR Congo. The press conference is broadcast live on Radio Okapi and on MONUSCO's web platforms.
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Women’s organizations in Kinshasa have launched the League of Feminists of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to advance the fight for gender equality.
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Kinshasa: new League of feminists seeks effective equality between men and women
Women’s organizations launched the League of Feminists of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Kinshasa on Wednesday, September 23, with the aim of advancing the fight for equality between men and women. The Strategic…
During a visit to Beni on Wednesday, September 23, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General in the DRC and Head of MONUSCO, James Swan, met with the Deputy Governor of North Kivu.
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In Beni, James Swan stresses the protection of civilians, “MONUSCO’s absolute priority”
During a visit to Beni on Wednesday, September 23, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General in the DRC and Head of MONUSCO, James Swan, held talks with North Kivu Deputy Governor, Divisional Commissioner Louis…
Fearing for their safety, thousands of people, including women, children and elderly people, headed toward MONUSCO’s temporary operating base located near the displacement site.
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In Ituri, MONUSCO protects thousands of civilians fleeing armed violence
More than 3,100 civilians have sought refuge in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) temporary base in Rhoo, in Djugu Territory, Ituri, following violent…
A project funded by MONUSCO will strengthen the economic empowerment of 50 women and young girls who have been particularly affected by the consequences of armed violence.
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North Kivu: MONUSCO project to support the social reintegration of former displaced women in Bulongo
Around fifty vulnerable women from the commune of Bulongo, located approximately 60 kilometres from the city of Beni in North Kivu, will benefit from a social reintegration project aimed at supporting their socioeconomic…
Funded to the tune of US$49,389 by the United Nations Mission, this project is intended to strengthen the operational capacity of the military justice system.
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North Kivu: MONUSCO builds new offices for the Beni military tribunal
The United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) on Tuesday, September 29, launched construction and equipment works for six additional offices for the Beni Military…
The partial renovation of the facility made it possible to install two septic tanks and two soakaways, fourteen latrines, and to partially renovate six cells. An infirmary for inmates was also built.
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Access to water, lighting and medical care: MONUSCO improves detention conditions at Mahagi prison
The central prison in Mahagi now offers better detention conditions for its inmates. MONUSCO funded the construction of a medical clinic, the installation of sanitation facilities, the rehabilitation of cells, the…
In Bunia and Beni, MONUSCO, through its Police component (UNPOL), brought together Police, Justice and civil society actors to identify obstacles that persist throughout the criminal justice chain.
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In Bunia and Beni, Police and Justice consult to improve access to justice for victims of sexual violence
Delays in processing cases, a lack of resources to conduct investigations and apprehend suspects, insufficient numbers of trained personnel, and challenges related to the protection of victims and witnesses. Several obstacles…