Mélanie Gouby
DRC Multimedia Producer
Stories by the Author
Will Kinshasa Go Easy on M23 Rebels?
Insurgent fighters in eastern Congo find they can sign peace deals and join the army, and then desert to extract more concessions from weak government.
15 Nov 12
Making Reparations Work in Congo
ICC supports inclusive approach to reparations, but how wide can its reach be?
10 Oct 12
With Focus on One DRC Rebel Chief, Others Forgotten
As arrest calls focus on militia leader Bosco Ntaganda, another major rebel commander is receiving far less attention.
15 Jun 12
Prosecutor Seeks New Charges in DRC
As eastern region sees renewed violence, commentators question whether justice process actually deters atrocities.
18 May 12
Lubanga Verdict Prompts Debate on Reparations
Following international court’s conviction of first war crimes suspect, will proposed reparations process heal or divide communities?
30 Apr 12
On Home Ground, Lubanga Verdict Falls Flat
Conviction for using child soldiers does not reflect full scale of abuses in Ituri conflict, locals say.
16 Mar 12
DRC Army's Loyalties Uncertain Around Election
Former armed groups drafted into national force continue to follow their own agendas, denting hopes of long-term stability.
27 Jan 12
DRC Calm as Kabila Sworn In
But right groups raise concern over continued repressive security measures and arbitrary arrests across country.
22 Dec 11
Election Day Calm in Eastern DRC
Numerous reports of irregularities mar generally peaceful vote.
30 Nov 11
DRC Braced for Crucial Vote
On the eve of general elections, people in northeastern region want stability and development.
25 Nov 11
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