Indigenous people around the world face challenges — such as marginalization, systemic discrimination, and limited recognition for their contributions and knowledge — that hinder their development and their inclusion in mainstream society. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), these issues are further complicated by their mistrust of the dominant group, Bantus. While Bantus are often perceived as oppressors, the groups have historically shared cultural and commercial exchanges and mutually respected each other.
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