Survivor of torture in DRC calls for global attention to ongoing crisis

mirror.co.uk February 4, 2025, 08:00 PM UTC

Benjamin, a survivor of torture in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), highlights the ongoing crisis in his homeland. He urges the world to pay attention to the violence, including massacres and child slavery, that continues to affect the region. He reflects on the stark contrast between the DRC's rich mineral resources and the suffering of its people. Benjamin emphasizes that profits from these resources do not benefit the Congolese, as foreign soldiers invade for control. Now living in the UK, Benjamin works to support his family while advocating for peace in the DRC. He calls for global awareness and action similar to that seen for conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.


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