Congolese war crimes suspect Bosco Ntaganda is set to face the International Criminal Court on Monday, facing 18 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Nicknamed ‘The Terminator’, Ntaganda was a commander with the M23 rebel organisation, before crossing into Rwanda and surrendering to the US Embassy, stating he wanted to give himself up to the ICC.
Ida Sawyer of Human Rights Watch said that more than 900 victims may come forward to take part in the hearing, adding,
"In this case they would not only appear as witnesses but can participate and present their views and concerns during the proceedings."
Mustafa Mwiti, a representative of civil society organizations in eastern Congo also noted,
"He will not get off scot free if the victims go to court and give evidence against him."
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