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This policy brief by the Institute for Security Studies argues that the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) is hindered by a rigid, reactive mandate that fails to address the complex regional political dynamics and the enhanced military capabilities of armed groups like the M23. The authors call for a fundamental recalibration of the mission, shifting from a defensive posture to one focused on prevention, flexible rules of engagement, and a transition strategy based on local readiness benchmarks rather than fixed timelines.

This report analyzes the human and economic development prospects of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) up to 2050. It contrasts a 'Current Path' scenario, characterized by persistent poverty, poor governance, and infrastructure deficits, with a 'comprehensive scenario' involving targeted interventions in governance, infrastructure, human capital, agriculture, and economic diversification.

This introductory section of a special report by the Institute for Security Studies outlines the current socio-economic and humanitarian state of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) and introduces a forecasting project to analyze its development pathways to 2050 using the International Futures (IFs) modelling platform.

This briefing note, based on a 2018 research study by Digital Disruptions for FSD Africa and ELAN RDC, examines the demand for financial and non-financial goods and services among refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The study focuses on three locations to provide a baseline for financial service providers (FSPs) and businesses to engage with these populations.

This briefing note, based on 2018 research by FSD Africa and ELAN RDC, assesses the demand for financial and non-financial goods and services among refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). It identifies a significant, underserved market with substantial aggregate spending power, particularly among IDPs, and highlights opportunities for financial service providers in micro-loans, digital credit, and utility payment systems.

This report assesses the drivers and ecological impacts of human migration within the Misotshi–Kabogo ecosystem in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. It highlights the tension between increasing population pressures—driven by conflict and economic opportunity—and the need to protect a highly biodiverse, currently unprotected region. The authors recommend the formal establishment of Ngamikka National Park with a zoned resource-use system to balance conservation with local livelihood needs.