The new agriculture and goat project was launched today in Itula, a village in the Shabunda region, about 270 km from the provincial capital Bukavu. The plan is to launch the same project in several locations. We are starting in three villages: Itula, Kiziba (both in the Shabunda region) and Basimbi in the Mwenga region. Around 40 people took part in our introductory event in Itula, which was led by Hansen himself. The idea behind our projects is to support people in restarting their self-sufficiency, as the effects of the war can be felt everywhere. Many have been displaced and have lost their livelihoods and possessions. Food has become scarce due to looting and roadblocks, and prices have risen sharply as a result. Many can no longer afford an adequate and balanced diet – malnutrition is widespread, especially among children. We were therefore welcomed with gratitude and the participants are highly committed to the cause.