Decades of conflict and a lack of government investment have made it hard for people in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to access basic health care. Epidemics have spread unchecked and treatment of deadly diseases has been neglected.

Eastern DRC is still a volatile place, marked by shifting alliances between armed groups, ongoing military operations, instability, insecurity, banditry, and violence. The frequency of attacks against civilians and aid organizations are rising, making both the population and humanitarian aid workers increasingly vulnerable.

Rape, murder, kidnapping, and random acts of violence are daily occurrences for millions of people. The instability continues to push people from their homes and at times limits MSF’s ability to provide free and lifesaving healthcare. Read more

Photo: DRC 2011 © Ben Milpas

Decades of conflict and a lack of government investment have made it hard for people in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to access basic health care. Epidemics have spread unchecked and treatment of deadly diseases has been neglected.

Eastern DRC is still a volatile place, marked by shifting alliances between armed groups, ongoing military operations, instability, insecurity, banditry, and violence. The frequency of attacks against civilians and aid organizations are rising, making both the population and humanitarian aid workers increasingly vulnerable.

Rape, murder, kidnapping, and random acts of violence are daily occurrences for millions of people. The instability continues to push people from their homes and at times limits MSF’s ability to provide free and lifesaving healthcare. Read more

Photo: DRC 2011 © Ben Milpas

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