Democratic Republic of Congo

Storm Over Congolese Child Brides

Bukama residents furious with magistrates investigating unlawful unions.

Congolese Still Struggle to Understand ICC

Outreach work in DRC attempts to explain justice process in The Hague.

ICC Under the Spotlight

IWPR’s international justice reporter Simon Jennings looks at the International Criminal Court’s achievements since it was founded eight years ago and considers what challenges lie ahead.

CAR Rape Victim Tells of Trauma

Bemba trial hears of alleged attack by Congolese troops.

Bemba Trial Opens With Harrowing Testimony

Protected witness describes violent acts allegedly committed by military force commanded by the accused.

International Justice/ICC: Oct/Nov '10, Part I

IWPR justice reporter Katy Glassborow interviewed by the BBC's Network Africa programme on start of Jean Pierre Bemba trial at the International Criminal Court in The Hague.

Bemba Casts Shadow on Upcoming DRC Elections

Despite his detention at the ICC, indictee’s hold over western DRC remains strong.

Intermediary Denies Bribing Witness

He rejects allegations that he offered money and then coached an individual who went on to testify for the prosecution.

Bogoro Victim Recounts Traumatic Ordeal

Court hears disturbing details of sexual abuse by soldiers during Bogoro attack.

Repressive Media Reform in South Africa?