DR Congo: Neglected Massacre of Indigenous Group [Video]

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Democratic Republic of Congo, Tshuap Province

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Over the first three days of February 2021, violent attacks were carried out in western

Democratic Republic of Congo. At least 66 Indigenous Iyeke people were killed and dozens more wounded by ethnic Nkundo villagers across the district of Bianga.

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At least 40 children were among the dead. The attackers burned more than a thousand houses as well as schools, churches, and health centers in eight villages.

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The silence surrounding these massacres and absence of accountability highlight the longstanding abuse and discrimination suffered by Indigenous people in Congo.

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Congolese lawmakers should pass a bill to protect Indigenous people from violence, discrimination, and treatment as second class citizens.

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All those responsible for these crimes should be fairly prosecuted.

Survivor:

The Nkundo and us would cohabitate, they are our brothers. But they have a tendency to treat us like animals. Here is how they take us for …