http://www.womensenews.org/article.c...context/cover/

Military operations and rebel reprisals in eastern Congo -- plus corporate mineral interests -- have fueled a surge in sexual violence since January this year. Activists are pushing to hold rapists and companies accountable. The first of four stories.

Rapes Soar in Eastern Congo's Culture of Impunity

http://www.womensenews.org/article.cfm/dyn/aid/4023

Military operations and rebel reprisals in eastern Congo have fueled a rise in sexual violence this year, but perpetrators face minimal consequences. An effort to drive out rebel groups has only contributed to the problem. The second of four stories.