Fresh reports from the eastern region of Democratic Republic of the Congo have sparked global outrage after disturbing new figures allegedly revealed the horrifying scale of sexual violence happening in the area.
According to humanitarian workers operating on the ground, nearly 900 rape cases were reportedly recorded within just the first two weeks of February alone — an average of about 60 assaults every single day.
The heartbreaking statistics have once again drawn attention to the ongoing humanitarian crisis and insecurity affecting many communities in eastern Congo, where civilians have reportedly continued to suffer from violence, displacement, and armed conflict for years……. >>>>
