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DRC: ‘If the root causes of the conflict are not addressed, the cycle of violence is likely to persist’

Interviews 6 mars 2025

CIVICUS discusses recent developments in the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Reagan Miviri, researcher and analyst at Ebuteli (‘staircase’), a Congolese research institute focused on issues of politics, governance and conflict.

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DRC: ‘If the root causes of the conflict are not addressed, the cycle of violence is likely to persist’

NAMIBIA: ‘Legal rights must translate into real protections, and the fight for marriage equality must continue’

GUYANA: ‘Journalists often avoid critical reporting to protect themselves from harassment’

NEPAL: ‘The Social Network Bill is part of a broader strategy to tighten control over digital communication’

KENYA: ‘The Family Protection Bill threatens to escalate violence against LGBTQI+ people’

UKRAINE: ‘Civil society remains resilient and responsive, but financial constraints now hamper its efforts’

GAZA: ‘True peace requires an inclusive approach, where everyone involved has a voice’

MYANMAR: ‘The junta’s sham election cannot pave the way for real political change and should not be legitimised’

GREENLAND: ‘Greenland’s people have the right to decide the nature of their relations with other countries’

INDIA: ‘The new criminal laws mark a shift from a ‘rule of law’ to a ‘rule by law’ model that prioritises state control’

AUSTRALIA: ‘Attacks on the right to protest are escalating’

INDONESIA: ‘The transmigration plan threatens Papua’s autonomy and Indigenous ways of life’

ETHIOPIA: ‘Reconciliation will require robust transitional justice and accountability mechanisms’

‘Areas essential to the global climate are being threatened by economic projects’

VENEZUELA: ‘Each failed attempt at democratic transition reinforces the power of the authoritarian government’

ARGENTINA: ‘The closure of Meta’s US fact-checking programme is a major setback in the fight against disinformation’

THAILAND: ‘Once-safe havens for political exiles have become dangerous territories’

SRI LANKA: ‘Journalists who challenge authority continue to face potentially deadly consequences’

KENYA: ‘The goal is clear: to silence those who demand accountability and cower others into submission’

NICARAGUA: ‘With the new financial law the Ortega-Murillo regime consolidates its absolute control’

PERU: ‘They’re trying to restrict us because our criticisms of rights violations make those in power uncomfortable’

GUINEA: ‘The international community can support a democratic transition by backing a truly participatory process’

SYRIA: ‘Syria’s recovery and democratic transition require a combination of international solidarity and local ownership’

POLAND: ‘Legal gaps make it difficult to prosecute anti-LGBTQI+ hate crimes’

URUGUAY: ‘The far right is still marginal; there’s a majority commitment to democracy’

MONTENEGRO: ‘To block the foreign agents bill, we must counter demonising narratives and highlight the positive impact of civil society’

GLOBAL: ‘Achieving the SDGs will require systemic reforms, greater financial commitments and inclusive partnerships’

ROMANIA: ‘People saw this election as an opportunity for change and expressed their dissatisfaction with the status quo’

PALESTINE: ‘Digital platforms amplify the Israeli narrative while systematically silencing Palestinian voices’

THAILAND: ‘The NGO bill would give the government sweeping powers over civil society organisations’

RUSSIA: ‘The ban on ‘child-free propaganda’ imposes a patriarchal family model and undermines women’s autonomy’

AFGHANISTAN: ‘The Gaza Biennale seeks to connect global audiences with the lived experiences of Palestinians’

GLOBAL: UN Plastics Treaty: ‘We face the daunting challenge of taking on the fossil fuel industry’

SYRIA: ‘Syrians want peace and a chance to live a normal life, free from oppression and constant fear’

JAPAN: ‘If mainstream parties fail to address voter frustration, right-wing populism could grow’

SAUDI ARABIA: ‘Saudi Arabia hosts major international events to distract from its serious human rights abuses’

BELARUS: ‘The election is just another tool to keep Lukashenko in power for as long as possible’

GHANA: ‘Many saw the election as a referendum on unmet expectations and poor governance’

NAMIBIA: ‘The election of our first female president is an achievement, but the ruling party’s continued dominance raises concerns’

SOUTH KOREA: ‘South Korea’s democracy once again proved its strength in the face of an authoritarian challenge’

GUATEMALA: ‘My father was arbitrarily arrested and convicted for denouncing government corruption’

SOUTH AFRICA: ‘If the G20 doesn’t shift to a bottom-up approach, the cycle of empty promises and limited impact will continue’

NETHERLANDS: ‘Instead of outsourcing migration management, the government should address the root causes of migration’

UNITED STATES: ‘Even though Trump was democratically elected, he poses a significant threat to democracy’

IRAQ: ‘The proposed amendments to the Personal Status Law are an attack on women’s rights’

GLOBAL: ‘World’s most influential urban companies are failing to take responsibility for inclusive and sustainable cities’

KENYA: ‘Femicides are not isolated incidents but predictable outcomes of unaddressed gender-based violence’

NIGERIA: ‘By framing dissent as disloyalty, the government is stifling legitimate calls for reform’

MOZAMBIQUE: ‘This exercise of people power against systemic electoral fraud can inspire others in the region’

GLOBAL: ‘While the Pact for the Future has fallen short, it’s still a vital safeguard against regression’

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Bureau pour l’onu: New-York