Sexual violence against children is ‘entrenched, systemic and widespread’ in Democratic Republic of Congo, UNICEF warns
This surge comes against the backdrop of an escalating conflict in eastern DRC, where renewed fighting has triggered mass displacement, eroded protection systems and worsened an already grave humanitarian crisis – putting children at increased risk of abuse, exploitation and lasting trauma. UNICEF has called repeatedly for an immediate cessation of hostilities and unhindered humanitarian […]
