The situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo

International Development Committee Closed Non-inquiry session
Opened: 2 Apr 2026 Closed: 21 Apr 2026 Parliament page
The war in eastern DRC has been described as the deadliest conflict since World War II, with over 6 million deaths and millions more displaced. Despite reports of diplomatic breakthroughs, violence continues. This is likely fuelled by the illicit gains of unethically mined gold and other minerals. This session will … Read more
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Activity timeline 2 events
21 Apr
2026
Oral evidence
21 Apr
2026
Formal meeting (oral evidence session) · The Wilson Room, Portcullis House
Oral evidence sessions 1 session
21 Apr 2026
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The situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Fred Bauma · Ebuteli Fred Baumer · Ebuteli Hélène Helbig de Balzac · HIVE Katy Nembe Katonda · CAFOD Shuna Keen · Action Against Hunger UK Vianney Dong · Women for Women International