Recent chaos in Goma, following the advance of Rwandan-backed M23 rebels, has led to horrific acts against female inmates at Munzenze prison. During a mass jailbreak, hundreds of women were raped and the women’s wing was set on fire, resulting in numerous deaths. Despite the scale of the atrocities, UN investigators have faced barriers in probing the incident due to M23 control. As tensions continue in the region and with a ceasefire announced, the potential for further violence remains high, particularly against vulnerable populations.
The attacks on female inmates in Goma's Munzenze prison are among the most severe atrocities attributed to the M23-led conflict, highlighting the extreme vulnerability of women.
Vivian van de Perre reported that the women's wing of the prison was set ablaze during a mass jailbreak, leading to horrific acts of violence and death.
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