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Sassoufit Collective

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Overview

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The Sassoufit Collective is a Congolese opposition group formed in 2014 by three young activists, including Andréa Ngombet, in response to President Denis Sassou-Nguesso's decision to amend the constitution to extend his stay in power. The collective's primary aim is to bring international attention to the actions of the regime and to mobilize local action committees to promote democratic change. The Sassoufit Collective has been involved in various social media campaigns and has supported grassroots movements in the Republic of Congo.

Formation and Objectives

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The collective was established in reaction to the 2015 constitutional amendment, which allowed President Sassou-Nguesso to run for a third term. This move led to the formation of the Sassoufit Collective, which aims to:

  • Highlight the regime's actions to the international community.
  • Mobilize local and international efforts to promote democracy.
  • Collaborate with human rights organizations to support activists.

Major Activities and Campaigns

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Ville Morte Strike (March 2016)

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In March 2016, the Sassoufit Collective supported a general strike known as "ville morte" (dead city), initiated by opposition parties. The strike encouraged citizens to stay at home as a form of protest and saw participation in several districts of Brazzaville and other areas.

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The Sassoufit Collective works with local and international human rights organizations to advocate for democratic principles in the Republic of Congo. This includes providing legal representation for activists and seeking external assistance to support their cause.

Anti-Corruption Efforts

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The Sassoufit Collective tracks the assets of the regime's allies, family members, and political elites. The collective has identified $32.5 million associated with these individuals, aiming to assist anti-corruption efforts.[1]

Impact and Recognition

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The Sassoufit Collective is recognized as a significant part of the Congolese opposition[2]. It advocates for democratic reform and transparency, and international human rights organizations and anti-corruption bodies have noted its work.

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  • Sassoufit Collective Official Website[3]

References

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  • Dieudonne Niangouna[4]
  • Foreign Policy Article([5]
  • Slate Afrique Article[6]
  • International Business Times Article[7]
  • France 24 Observers Article[8]

Additional References

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  • Anna GUEYE[9]
  • A Q&A with the Founder of Congolese human rights movement #Sassoufit et What’s happening in Congo?[10]
  1. ^ "Congo-Brazzaville : «L'élite politique fonctionne comme une mafia»".
  2. ^ https://freedomhouse.org/sites/default/files/2022-11/FHFinalReportAnnex221115.pdf
  3. ^ http://www.sassoufit.org
  4. ^ "Dieudonné Niangouna, artiste : "Nous ne pouvons pas laisser vivre le Congo dans cet état honteux"". 3 December 2015.
  5. ^ "Africa's Softer, Gentler Coups d'Etat".
  6. ^ "Bot Verification".
  7. ^ (http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/congo-brazzaville-why-yet-another-african-state-descending-into-chaos-1553412
  8. ^ "Une campagne d'affichage à Brazzaville pour dire "non" au changement de la Constitution". 10 September 2015.
  9. ^ "Cheikh Fall : "La cyberactiviste Anna Guèye voulait assainir l'image de l'Afrique"". 5 June 2017.
  10. ^ "A Q&A with the Founder of Congolese human rights movement #Sassoufit | One Young World".