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Geopolitical Motivations of the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo

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Geopolitical Motivations of the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Abstract

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is plagued by an intractable conflict driven by various geopolitical factors. The struggle for control over the region's rich natural resources and the involvement of armed militias as proxies by neighbouring countries have resulted in millions of deaths and displacements. There are several external geopolitical dynamics that play a crucial role in the quest for lasting peace and stability in the fragile country.

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Peter Mbuthia

Peter Mbuthia