Category - DR Congo

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27 Nov 2012

Oxfam steps up response to growing crisis in eastern Congo

As the humanitarian crisis in eastern Congo worsens, with thousands of people fleeing new fighting, Oxfam is stepping up its supply of aid.
25 Nov 2012

Catholic Church in Africa expresses outrage at Congo violence

African Catholic Church leaders who met in Kinshasa recently say escalating violence in the east of DR Congo is causing a major humanitarian tragedy.
21 Nov 2012

CAFOD pledges support to people fleeing Congo conflict

As rebels occupy the Congolese town of Goma, the Catholic aid agency CAFOD has pledged £100,000 to support people fleeing to safety from the conflict.
1 Feb 2012

Jersey set to crack down on vulture funds

Jersey Chief Minister Ian Gorst is proposing legislation to limit vulture funds profiteering on debt claims from some of the world’s poorest countries.