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DRC program demobilizes 6,400 ex-fighters, rescues 20,700 children from armed groups in 4 years

From Radio Okapi · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Disarmament, Demobilization, Community Recovery and Stabilization Program (P-DDRCS) in the Democratic Republic of Congo has demobilized 6,422 ex-combatants, including 832 women, since its launch in 2021.
  • The program has also successfully withdrawn 20,700 children from armed groups during the same period.
  • These figures were presented to the press in Kinshasa, highlighting significant progress in the peace process.

The Democratic Republic of Congo's Program for Disarmament, Demobilization, Community Recovery and Stabilization (P-DDRCS) has reported substantial achievements in its peacebuilding efforts. Since its inception in 2021, the program has successfully demobilized 6,422 former combatants, a group that includes 832 women.

Furthermore, the P-DDRCS has made significant strides in protecting children, having withdrawn 20,700 children from the clutches of armed groups. These figures, presented to the press in Kinshasa, underscore the program's impact on reducing armed conflict and reintegrating individuals into society.

The program's focus extends beyond simple demobilization, aiming for community recovery and stabilization. By addressing the root causes of conflict and providing pathways for former combatants and vulnerable children, the P-DDRCS seeks to foster lasting peace and development in the region.

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Originally published by Radio Okapi in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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