President Donald Trump's Minerals and Peace Deal in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): Congolese Women Leaders Raise Concerns

Jun 12 2025

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Jun 12, 2025 at 1:00pm

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Zenger Room

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Maurice Carney

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News Conference

Justine Masika Bihamba (Synergie des Femmes), Anny Modi (Afia Mama), Elodie W’Igulu Ntamuzinda (Dignite Humaine), and Fazila Kambesa (Congolese Women Fund) have arrived in Washington, DC, from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to voice the concerns of Congolese civil society regarding the Trump Administration’s proposed minerals-for-security deal with the Congolese government. These women leaders will brief the press on the need for an inclusive, transparent, and justice-focused approach to peace and resource management in the DRC amid escalating conflict and displacement.