CLEAN: Weapons for cash: a pastor's bid for peace in DR Congo

The video discusses the pervasive gun culture in Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly in the eastern region, which has experienced intense conflict. Efforts to disarm the population include offering monetary incentives for surrendered weapons, which have seen some success. However, politicians argue for stronger measures like increased border and arms control. Despite these efforts, the eastern DRC remains volatile with ongoing violence from rebel groups, making a gun-free Congo a distant goal.

What is the main challenge faced by the pastor in the DRC?

• Convincing people to attend church

• Encouraging locals to surrender their weapons

• Providing medical aid

• Building new schools

What incentive is offered to locals for handing in firearms?

• $50 per firearm

• Free education

• A new job

• $100 per firearm

Since when has the firearm surrender program been in place?

• 2010

• 2005

• 2015

• 2000

What do some politicians believe is necessary to further reduce violence?

• Providing free healthcare

• Increasing foreign aid

• Building more schools

• Increasing border control and arms control

What remains a distant dream for the Congo?

• A Congo free from gun violence

• Political stability

• Economic prosperity

• Universal education