King Philippe and Queen Mathilde received Dr Denis Mukwege at Laeken Castle during his visit to Brussels made in connection with International Women's Day. Dr Denis Mukwege is a gynecological surgeon, founder and medical director of Panzi Hospital in Bukavu (DRC) and founder of the Mukwege Foundation. In 2018, he received the Nobel Peace Prize for his years of efforts to help women who have been victims of sexual violence in war zones.