Africa

La guerre n'est pas encore finie

Perceptions communautaires des violences sexuelles et leurs fondements a l'est de la RDC
Dr Chris Dolan
November, 2010
International Alert
74 pages
London, UK
978-1-906677-76-3

Ce rapport cherche à déterminer si les violences sexuelles peuvent toujours être considérées comme une arme de guerre dans l’est de la République démocratique du Congo et se penche sur les raisons pouvant expliquer de tels niveaux de violence. Malgré la signature d’un accord de paix global en 2003 (accords de Lusaka), l’organisation d’élections en RDC en 2006 et la signature de divers accords de paix locaux avec les groupes armés congolais du Nord et du Sud-Kivu en 2008 et 2009, la guerre n’est pas encore finie dans l’est de la RDC.

Ce rapport cherche à déterminer si les violences sexuelles peuvent toujours être considérées comme une arme de guerre dans l’est de la République démocratique du Congo et se penche sur les raisons pouvant expliquer de tels niveaux de violence. Malgré la signature d’un accord de paix global en 2003 (accords de Lusaka), l’organisation d’élections en RDC en 2006 et la signature de divers accords de paix locaux avec les groupes armés congolais du Nord et du Sud-Kivu en 2008 et 2009, la guerre n’est pas encore finie dans l’est de la RDC.

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The Complexity of Resource Governance in a Context of State Fragility: The Case of Eastern DRC

Jeroen Cuvelier (Ed.)
November, 2010
International Alert
76 pages
London, UK
978-1-906677-73-2

A host of publications over the last decade have highlighted the important role played by artisanal and small-scale mining of coltan, gold and cassiterite in the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), yet there is still little awareness of the modus operandi of the various actors involved in the exploitation and trade of these minerals. It is vitally important that initiatives aimed at reforming the artisanal mining industry are based on a thorough knowledge of the political, economic and social dynamics at the grassroots level.

A report analyses networks within the mining sector and their links to military, economic and political actors in eastern DRC, focusing on the provinces of North and South Kivu, and Ituri District in Orientale Province.

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Contributing to a peace economy in northern Uganda

A guide for investors
International Alert
June, 2009
International Alert
74 pages
London, UK

This guide provides information and advice primarily for investors that are new to northern Uganda, to assist them in making the right approach to ensure success, maximising both their profit and their contribution to peace and development in the troubled region. It identifies key steps investors can take to ensure their business contributes to a peace economy and avoids aggravating tensions

This guide provides information and advice primarily for investors that are new to northern Uganda, and identifies key steps investors can take to ensure their business contributes to a peace economy.

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Words that Kill

Rumours, Prejudice, Stereotypes and Myths Amongst the People of the Great lakes Region of Africa
International Alert
February, 2009
International Alert
60 pages
London, UK
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This first report from the Regional Analysts Network, based on three separate, detailed studies of different locations in the Great Lakes region, demonstrates the power of rumours, myths, stereotypes and prejudices to fuel conflict. Based on interviews with ordinary citizens as well as political decision-makers and opinion-leaders, the report presents material which has hitherto been little documented, and draws original conclusions that will be of interest to a wide readership.

Based on three studies from different locations in the Great Lakes region, this report demonstrates the power of rumours, myths, stereotypes and prejudices to fuel conflict. It makes concrete and practical recommendations for decision-makers both inside and outside the region.

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2008 Liberia Peace and Cultural Festival

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Thu, 04/12/2008

President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf's appeal

An appeal for support for the Liberia Peace and Cultural Festival from the President of Liberia and International Alert.

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Thu, 04/12/2008

Liberia Peace and Cultural Festival 2007

The 3rd Peace and Cultural Festival was held in Ganta, Nimba County, in March 2007. Through dance, poetry, music, theatre and traditional arts, this Festival saw people from different cultural, linguistic and ethnic groups coming together to celebrate peace in a country that was torn apart by 14 years of conflict.

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Published Date: 
Thu, 08/03/2007

Voice for Democratic Change

Community Radio in Sao Tome and Principe.

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Wed, 19/03/2008
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