December 9, 2011 -   "It is a totally unacceptable result. You can just look around Kinshasa or the rest of the country to see how many people are against these results. The population is totally disoriented," Alexis Mutanda told Reuters, minutes after the election commission issued the results.” Click here to read article>>

Join over 200 Congolese organizations and human rights groups outside the Congo in calling for the United Nations to establish an international tribunal to prosecute the crimes against humanity, war crimes and possible genocide committed in the Congo. Demand an end to impunity, call for the establishment of accountability and the delivery of justice in the Congo and the Great Lakes region of Africa.

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Solidarity Rally and Teach-in

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Washington, DC
Solidarity Rally and Teach-In
4 pm - 6:30 pm - Solidarity Rally at the White House
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm - Screening of Crisis in the Congo:Uncovering The Truth
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm - Panel Discussion With Election Observers
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New York, NY
Commemoration of Patrice Emery Lumumba
Time: 6:00 pm – 12:00 midnight
Venue: Taj Lounge: 48 W. 21 st Street, New York, NY
Turnout: Space Limited: Purchase Tickets Now!
Tickets: $20 advance / $25 door
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For more information or send email to: events@friendsofthecongo.org