This investigation was carried out in accordance with MONUC's mandate to protect civilians under imminent threat of physical violence and to assist the fight against impunity. MONUC has conducted similar investigations several times in the past when serious allegations have been made against armed groups or the national forces and has subsequently made the findings public.

The Mission has already issued a statement deploring the recent incident that occurred at the Centre de Brassage in Kamina. The Mission wishes to point out, however, that it does not manage the Centre and is therefore not responsible for that unfortunate event.

MONUC encourages the CNDP to work actively with the signatories of the Goma Actes d'engagement and the international facilitation, to ensure their full and rapid implementation for the benefit of the people of the Kivus.