An Extremely Rare Interview with Joseph Kony

Synopsis

Meeting Joseph Kony features Africa's most wanted man, the leader of the Lord's Resistance Army, in his first interview in over twenty years. In this rare 2006 interview, Kony discusses his motivations for fighting, claiming, 'We are fighting for total democracy.' This statement contrasts sharply with his reputation as a mad fantasist fighting for God. The interview takes place in Kony's jungle hideout in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where he appears relaxed and contemplative. It takes nearly a year of negotiations for Kony to agree to this meeting, highlighting the challenges of engaging with such a notorious figure.