Smart reporting uncovers deadly truths in mineral rich east Congo

Two pieces of in depth reporting from Democratic Republic of Congo gave Reuters customers exclusive insights. The first on Oct 6 was an interview with an indicted Congolese war criminal, who boasted how he was commanding troops in operations backed by the United Nations. This was a well-reported piece, with all sides given the opportunity to put their case, provided clients with an insight into the murky conditions that prevail in an area rich in natural resources. On Oct 8, Reuters broke news from a confidential U.N. report which showed that Congolese soldiers were too busy illegally exploiting the area’s mineral wealth to protect hundreds of villagers who were raped by militia fighters.