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Geno-Cost (or Genecost) is a term to describe the genocide against the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). It combines "geno" (from genocide) and "cost" (economic cost/gain), meaning genocide committed for economic reasons, the systematic killing and destruction driven by the exploitation of Congo's rich natural resources.
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Is Rwanda still involved in eastern DRC?
Yes, according to the UN Security Council, Group of Experts, United States and EU. The June 2026 UN report estimated 14,000–18,000 RDF personnel in eastern DRC in December 2025
How many people have died in the Congo wars?
No definitive total exists. The famous 5.4 million figure is an IRC estimate of excess deaths from August 1998 to April 2007,
Why is August 2 commemorated?
The Second Congo War began on 2 August 1998. Article 28 of Law No. 22/065 establishes the annual national day for victims and those who assisted them.
What does Genocost mean?
It is commonly explained as “genocide for economic gain.” Congolese activists and institutions use it to remember the human and economic cost of mass violence, foreign intervention, armed groups, impunity and exploitation
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