Disability in Congo-Kinshasa
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This page has curated news from Congo-Kinshasa. There are a total of 5 links.
Contents
- Conflict and Peace
- Culture, Entertainment and Media
- Education and Childhood
- Lived Experience and Opinion
- Violence and Harassment
Conflict and Peace
"My disability was caused by a bomb": The life of an 18 year-old in North Kivu. (2024, Humanity & Inclusion)
Culture, Entertainment and Media
Congolese Rapper MC Baba Is Mute and Can't Sing, Rap or Hear?
“MC Baba claims fame through his ability to produce rhythmic sounds and mouth movements, despite reportedly being unable to hear or speak. His performances do not involve traditional singing or rapping with words, but rather, mouth sounds that align with backing tracks.” (2024, Snopes)
Education and Childhood
Violent Discipline in North Kivu: The Role of Child Gender and Disability Status in Cross-sectional Analysis: “levels of violence in conflict-affected households in North Kivu, DRC are high, with women reporting higher levels of violent discipline overall, and amplified use of violence against girl children with disabilities.” (2023, Maternal and Child Health Journal)
Lived Experience and Opinion
Simon’s Story of Climate Change and Social Challenges (2024, Africa Albinism Network)
Violence and Harassment
After surviving sexual violence, youth leader creates change for girls with disabilities in the DRC. (2024, UNFPA)