Democratic Republic of Congo

Prosecution Focuses on Video Evidence

In one clip, Lubanga seen at alleged training camp, apparently surrounded by a number of small children.

20 Feb 09

IWPR provides coverage on first trial at ICC, with reports broadcast to Congolese listeners.

17 Feb 09

Congolese listeners to IWPR radio programme say that it has improved their knowledge and understanding of the ICC

17 Feb 09

Activists say the prosecution of Lubanga is an important step towards the protection of children’s rights.

16 Feb 09

Officials in the north ask where funds earmarked for development of region have gone.

6 Feb 09

Court says indicted rebel, now allied with the government, should be arrested – but officials are tightlipped on the matter.

6 Feb 09

Parliamentary commission will look into accusations that Kabila government is responsible for human rights abuses.

4 Feb 09

Chaotic start follows numerous and lengthy delays that have plagued the case for years.

2 Feb 09

If the rebel leader surrenders will he be tried in Uganda or sent to the ICC?

30 Jan 09

Tribal chiefs bury remains of war victims to quell ghostly fears.

21 Jan 09

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