Democratic Republic of Congo

IWPR Launches Dutch charity

UN Sexual Misconduct Allegations Won't Go Away

Soldiers implicated in abuses have been sent back to India, but locals say prostitution remains rife at peacekeeping base.

Alarm Bells Ring at Upsurge in Fighting

Tenuous ceasefire appears to be crumbling as militias clash with army in eastern Congo, amid reports of new child soldier recruitment drive.

US Imposes Sanctions on LRA Leader

Washington ramps up pressure on Lord’s Resistance Army and its supporters.

Education in Crisis in Uganda's North

Region struggles to rebuild school system after two decades of war.

Corruption Probe Leads to Further Arrests

More suspects wanted on fraud charges relating to a development fund are detained in northern Uganda.

Amnesty Controversy Grows

As fighting in east of country continues to rage, observers question recent decision to offer rebels an amnesty.

Kony Meeting Request Raises Hopes

Northern Ugandans welcome news that rebel leader has asked for another meeting with peace negotiators.

Editor's Note

14/08/08

Comment: Fair Trial vs Confidentiality

Judges at the ICC wrestle with conflicting rights in the trial of Thomas Lubanga.