Republic of Congo

Region: Africa
  • Several people are gathered outside a house and are carrying yellow canisters on their heads.

    Joint United Nations Programme for Peace Consolidation, Conflict Prevention and Human Security in the Republic of Congo

    Duration: November 2011 - November 2014
    Budget: US$4,032,188
    Implementing Agencies: UNDP (lead), FAO, WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA

    The Republic of Congo’s post-conflict context is characterized by a gradual consolidation of peace as well as an increase in economic reconstruction and rebuilding activities. Although the country has been recovering gradually since the 2003 peace agreement, many problems persist that constitute serious impediments to enhancing the level of human security and human development of the population.
     

     

     
  • The photo shows a Congolese woman knitting in front of her house with a baby on her back.

    Community Action for Reintegration and Recovery of Ex-Combatants

    Duration: November 2005 - March 2008
    Budget: US$1,047,629
    Implementing Agencies: UNDP

    The programme contributed to the consolidation of peace and stability by empowering ex-combatant youths in the war-affected regions of Pool, Bouenza, Lekoumou and Niari. The programme aimed to reintegrate ex-combatant youths as productive members of society, whilst addressing various post-conflict challenges in their host communities.