In 2023, healthcare providers in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo treated over 17,000 victims of sexual violence between January and May. This was part of a broader total of 22,000 cases reported throughout the year, doubling the figure from the previous year. The violence spiked as fighting escalated between Congolese forces and M23 rebels. Moreover, 198 cases involved DRC state actors, and ongoing military operations have complicated peacekeeping efforts, resulting in a significant rise in reported sexual violence incidents.
Healthcare providers in the eastern DRC treated over 17,000 victims of sexual violence from January to May 2023, highlighting the severe impact of ongoing conflict.
The total of 22,000 sexual violence cases were recorded in the DRC in 2023, marking a significant increase from the previous year and reflecting a disturbing trend.
Numerous survivors reported extreme forms of violence, including multiple perpetrator gang rapes and sexual slavery, illustrating the brutal nature of recent conflicts.
UN peacekeeping operations have been hindered significantly by escalating violence, leading to a withdrawal from South Kivu and an increase in reported sexual violence cases.
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