Conflict in Congo
Violence Erupts in Northeast and East Congo
Conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo is still very bad with little hope for the future, as rebels fight over the local resources and an election in 2016 could turn into another Civil War.
Gold
Eastern Congo is well-known for its minerals such as gold.
Money= Power
Warlords, rebels, and Congolese army use profits from mines to finance the conflict.
Conflict Minerals
Fights over control of conflict mines in Northeast and East Congo.
History
The Two C's
Millions of people die due to conflict between the Tutsi and the Hutu. Also due to "conflict minerals".
Democratic Republic of Congo army offensive against rebels
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