Women take up arms as sexual violence ravages eastern DRC

Women take up arms as sexual violence ravages eastern DRC

As war and sexual violence rage in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), women are joining pro-government Wazalendo fighters to defend their communities. However, the armed group itself faces serious accusations of human rights abuses, including gang rape.

Published On 26 Sep 202626 Sep 2026

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