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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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The discussions highlighted the concrete impact of rumors and hate speech, which have already been the cause of deadly violence in Butembo in recent years.
Facing disinformation, communities in North Kivu mobilize to protect civilians
MONUSCO unites leaders in Lubero to fight disinformation, boost trust, and strengthen civilian protection amid armed violence.
The aim of the workshop was to draw up an updated assessment of the situation of children in the eastern part of the DRC in 2025.
Representatives from five provinces gathered in Beni to strengthen child protection
Martial Mukeba wa Mukeba Faced with the resurgence of recruitment and use of children by armed groups in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, MONUSCO and its partners held an interprovincial workshop on reflection and…
Former combatants who chose to pursue agriculture received tools suitable for farming community fields. Future harvests will enable them to provide for themselves.
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Ituri: MONUSCO supports the reintegration of 933 ex-combatants and community members
Jean-Tobie Okala The small locality of Soleniama-Miala, located about ten kilometers from Bunia in Ituri Province, hosted the launch of the second phase of a community reintegration project implemented by MONUSCO’s…
Beni: magistrates and inspectors trained by MONUSCO to combat terrorism financing through cryptocurrency
Martial Mukeba wa Mukeba In Beni, North Kivu, ten judicial police inspectors, as well as civilian and military magistrates, completed a two-week training course on the theme “ Cryptocurrency and Encrypted Exchanges: A New…
United Nations Day: In Beni and Bunia, local authorities acknowledge the impact of MONUSCO’s work
Martial Mukeba wa Mukeba & Jean-Tobie Okala Across the world, the international community celebrates United Nations Day as a symbol of solidarity and cooperation among nations. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo…
Message from the UN Secretary-General on Human Rights Day
Nearly eighty years ago, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights defined what every person needs to survive and thrive. It was a philosophical and political breakthrough — and it has been the bedrock of our global community…
At the end of the training, each participant received a certificate of apprenticeship issued by the Ministry of Vocational Training.
Beni: 200 people trained receive reintegration kits as part of the Muda Wa Amani II project.
In Beni, 200 ex-combattants and vulnerable people get kits and training for sustainable reintegration through Muda Wa Amani II.
The discussions highlighted the consequences of digital violence, particularly on victim's mental health, education, and social integration.
Fighting sexual and digital violence in Ituri: progress, but persistent challenges
In Ituri, MONUSCI and partners raise awarness on sexual and digital violence during the 16 Days of Activism campaign
The project was launched following the attack in March 2025 on the Djaiba and Lodha camps, attributed to CODECO rebels, which left more than 70 people dead.
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Ituri: A public lighting project in Djaiba to strengthen civilian security
Jean-Tobie Okala In Djaiba, in the territory of Djugu, Ituri, a public lighting project has been implemented to improve the security and living conditions of civilian populations, particularly displaced persons settled in the…
Local authorities, the armed forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and internally displaced persons commend Nepalese peacekeepers.
Ituri: Displaced persons and FARDC commend Nepalese Blue Helmets' action for civilian protection
Jean-Tobie Okala The Fataki military base, located nearly 90 kilometers north of Bunia, recently hosted a United Nations medal ceremony honoring MONUSCO's Nepalese Blue Helmets. This distinction, awarded after one year of…
Au cours de trois jours, 75 parties prenantes locales ont validé le plan, notamment les maires des municipalités d’Oicha, Mangina, Kyondo, Bulongo et Lume, les chefs de chefferies et de secteurs, les représentants de l’Agence Nationale de Renseignements (ANR) et les membres de la société civile.
North Kivu: Beni adopts its first Local Security Plan with MONUSCO support
Jean-Tobie Okala The territory of Beni has reached an important milestone in strengthening its security governance with the adoption of its very first Local Security Plan (LSP). This strategic document was validated following…
Cet équipement vise à renforcer la capacité opérationnelle de l’Assemblée provinciale, contrainte de se relocaliser de Goma à Beni à la suite de la prise de Goma par l’AFC/M23 en janvier 2025.
North Kivu: Provincial Assembly receives material support from MONUSCO to strengthen its functioning
Jean-Tobie Okala The Provincial Assembly of North Kivu has received a donation of computer equipment and office supplies from MONUSCO. This initiative is part of a Quick Impact Project (QIP) implemented by the Mission's…