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PRESS RELEASE ON SUDAN

Bujumbura, Burundi, 18th April 2025 – The Secretariat of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) expresses deep concern regarding continued attacks on civilians in El Fasher, particularly in the Zamzam and Abu Shouk camps, that have resulted in the massive loss of innocent civilians, including women, children and humanitarian workers.   While […]

ICGLR Strengthens Ethical Mineral Certification through Third-Party Auditor Training in Member States

The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) hosted a series of training sessions in ICGLR member states, including a recent workshop in Mbarara, Uganda. The goal was to strengthen the region’s capacity for third-party mineral audits.   This initiative, co-funded by the European Union, is a significant step in ensuring ethical mineral certification […]

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The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region - ICGLR

For Peace, Security, Stability and Development