Politics
DRC: M23 Rebels Now Extorting Schools to Fund Terrorism
In eastern DRC, the M23 rebel group has implemented a horrifying system of school extortion to fund their terrorist activities. Parents are forced to pay illegal taxes for their children's education, with the money directly funding weapons used against their own communities.
ParRachel Whitman
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#DRC#M23#terrorism#education#Rwanda#human rights#conflict
A school in eastern DRC where M23 rebels are extorting families to fund terrorist activities
Rachel Whitman
Rachel L. Whitman is a political columnist and investigative journalist based in Washington, D.C. Her writing focuses on democratic resilience, civil rights, and the intersection of technology and public policy. With a background in law and public affairs, she brings sharp analysis and a deep commitment to progressive values.