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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Justin Kabumba

A women-led music festival pushes for peace in Congo's conflict-ridden eastern region

Congo Women Festival - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Congolese rapper Clem Cléopâtre took to the stage on the last day of a three-day music festival organized by women in Goma, firing up the crowd with rapid, punchy lyrics about social cohesion, peace, and unity.

Nearly 3,000 people attended “Musika na Kipaji," according to organizers. The event, now in its seventh year, aims to campaign against gender-based violence and showcase women’s talents in music and dance.

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