Mobile court hearings conducted by the Butembo Military Court began on Thursday, 26 June, in the town of Lubero, North Kivu. Ninety-two defendants, including 45 Congolese soldiers and 47 civilians, are facing charges of rape, sexual violence, child abduction, and extortion.
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MONUSCO intervenes to make justice accessible to victims, combat impunity and bring justice closer to the people.

For five days, participants will review the commitments made in 2023 through discussions on peace, security and social cohesion.

Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner praised the commitment of the women from various provinces of the DRC, affirming that she had been greatly touched by their approach.

The Bunia court hosted the scenario of a mock trial organized on June 20 by MONUSCO to raise awareness of the effects of misinformation.

Among other things, the meeting examined ways of adapting the Mission's mandate to current security realities.

The commemoration of the Day of the African Child highlighted the efforts made by children themselves, local communities, NGOs and the United Nations to ensure the protection of the very young.