3Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been plagued by conflict and instability for decades. Armed groups control large parts of the eastern regions, where they engage in illegal mining, human trafficking, and violence against civilians. The country has been the epicenter of multiple deadly conflicts, including the First and Second Congo Wars, which have resulted in millions of deaths. Sexual violence, particularly against women and children, is rampant, and the country’s government has struggled to maintain control over its vast territory.
