Democratic Republic of Congo

Continued Pursuit of LRA Questioned

Calls grow for halt to military campaign against Ugandan rebels.

Prosecutors Set Out Case Against Bemba

But defence claim ex-rebel leader wasn’t responsible for the crimes alleged to have been committed by his men.

Bozize Call for End to ICC Probe Under Scrutiny

Security Council urged to reject president’s request for halt to Hague court’s investigations in his country.

Uganda's Ability to Try Rebels Questioned

While ICC reconsiders LRA cases, experts ask if Uganda is capable of prosecuting rebel suspects.

Ntaganda “Ready” to Face Justice

But he says he won’t submit to ICC before peace returns to war-ravanged North Kivu region.

Bukavu Vigilantes Burn Robbers Alive

Fed up with ineffectual police and judges, residents say they resort to extreme violence to scare off criminals.

Comment: Solving the Kivu Equation

Region’s troubles caused by internal and external factors – a solution must take both into account.

Comment: Roots of Impunity

Pervasive corruption within the judiciary and security forces means many alleged criminal are rarely tried.

Will He, Won't He?

Northern Ugandan leaders' hopes of securing peace deal raised as rebel leader once more claims he will sign.

Congolese Journalists Fear Assassination