VOICED : MONUSCOs mandate in the DRC

The video discusses MONUSCO, the UN's largest peacekeeping mission in the DRC, aimed at preventing conflict recurrence. Despite significant resources, challenges persist, including a rebel uprising in the east displacing many. The DRC government, led by President Joseph Kabila, accuses external interference, particularly by Rwandan-backed rebels, while the UN urges more government action. Proposals to enhance MONUSCO's mandate and military role are discussed, focusing on neutralizing threats like the M23 insurgency. Meanwhile, civilians suffer amid ongoing violence, with NGOs reporting severe human rights abuses.

What is the primary goal of MONUSCO in the DRC?

• To promote economic development

• To establish a new government

• To increase foreign investments

• To prevent a repeat of past conflicts

What does the UN suggest the DRC government should focus on to reduce violence?

• Build more schools

• Expand agricultural projects

• Reform the security sector

• Increase foreign aid

What stance does the DRC government want the UN peacekeepers to adopt?

• A diplomatic stance

• A neutral stance

• A more proactive and offensive stance

• A more defensive stance

Which two main negative forces are mentioned as targets for neutralization by MONUSCO?

• M23 insurgency and Rwandan FDLR rebels

• Environmental activists and journalists

• Local militias and foreign investors

• Political parties and NGOs

What are some of the accusations made against rebels during the ongoing crisis?

• Illegal mining

• Political corruption

• War crimes, including rapes and kidnappings

• Tax evasion