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DR Congo Police Disperse Protests over Proposed Constitutional Changes

September 16, 2026

Police in the Democratic Republic of Congo fired tear gas and warning shots on Tuesday to disperse opposition-led demonstrations against a proposed constitutional rewrite that critics say could allow President Felix Tshisekedi

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Belgian Court Sends Semlex, 13 others to Trial Over Congo Passport Deal

September 3, 2026

A Brussels court has ordered Belgian biometrics company Semlex and 13 other defendants to stand trial over alleged corruption, money laundering and tax fraud linked to a contract to produce biometric passports

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Tshisekedi Calls National Dialogue as DRC Third-Term Debate Intensifies

August 28, 2026

Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix Tshisekedi has announced a national dialogue aimed at easing political tensions, as opposition to proposed constitutional reforms grows ahead of the 2028 presidential election. The

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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes Deadliest in Country’s History as Death Toll Hits 2,325

August 17, 2026

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country’s history, with 2,325 deaths and 4,945 confirmed cases recorded as of Aug. 16, according to government

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U.S. Boosts Ebola Response Funding in DR Congo as Outbreak Becomes Second Largest on Record

August 6, 2026

The United States has announced an additional $242 million in funding to support the Ebola response in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), nearly doubling its financial commitment as health authorities battle

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DR Congo Announces Temporary Reception System for Migrants Under U.S. Framework

April 5, 2026

The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced the implementation of a temporary reception system for third-country nationals under migration arrangements coordinated with the United States of America. In

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Trump Sanctions Rwanda Military Over DR Congo Conflict

March 3, 2026

US President, Donald Trump on Monday imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s defence forces and four senior military officials over their alleged role in the escalating conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo,

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U.S. Sanctions Rwanda’s Military, Senior Officers Over Alleged Support for M23

March 3, 2026

The United States on Monday imposed sanctions on the Rwandan Defence Force (RDF) and four of its senior officers over what Washington described as direct operational support for the March 23 Movement

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DR Congo Strikes M23 Rebels in Key Mining Areas

February 25, 2026

Government forces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have launched drone strikes against M23 rebels in the country’s east, targeting areas around a strategic mining site, according to security and local

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U.S. Moves to Cement Congo – Rwanda Peace as Leaders Head to Washington

November 29, 2025

The presidents of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda are expected in Washington next week to sign a landmark peace deal and meet with U.S. President Donald Trump, as the

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Amnesty International Accuses M23 Rebels Of War Crimes In DR Congo

May 28, 2025

Amnesty International has accused the M23 rebel group of committing war crimes, including killings, torture, and the enforced disappearance of civilians, during its recent military offensive in eastern Democratic Republic of the

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Torrential Rain Trigger Deadly Flooding In DR Congo, Killing Over 100

May 12, 2025

Torrential rains have caused catastrophic flooding across the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in more than 100 deaths and washing away over 150 homes. The disaster struck Thursday into Friday morning,

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Democratic Republic Of Congo: Contradictions, Agony And Implications For Pan Africanism

April 14, 2025

Although the rest of Africa seems to have forgotten about the crisis and wars in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), some scholars, intellectuals and thinkers from the continent are continually engrossed

Africa·Politics

DR Congo: Election Irregularities Cast Shadow On Tshisekedi’s Victory As Opposition Calls For Annulment

December 31, 2023

The Democratic Republic of Congo finds itself in the middle of a political tension as incumbent president, Felix Tshisekedi has been declared winner of the December 20 polls in the country amid

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U-20 AFCON: CAF Appoints DR Congo’s Referee For Nigeria Versus Madagascar Clash

February 24, 2023

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s referee, Yannick Malala Kabanga has been appointed by the Confederaton of African Football (CAF) to officiate Nigeria's last Group A match of the 2023 CAF U-20 Africa

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DR Congo Gives Rwanda’s Ambassador 48 Hours To Leave As Tension Escalates

October 30, 2022

As tension between Democratic Republic of Congo and Neighboring Rwanda continues to escalate, the government of DR Congo has given Vincent Karenga, Rwanda’s Ambassador to the country 48 hours to leave. Government

News·Africa

US Urges DR Congo To Withdraw Oil Blocks Put Up For Auction

October 4, 2022

The United States has advised the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo to withdraw the oil blocks which were auctioned in forested areas. The US special Envoy for Climate, John Kerry

News·Africa

BREAKING: Ebola Returns To DR Congo

August 24, 2022

A new case of the deadly Ebola virus has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Health officials in the DRC are, reportedly, investigating the source of the new case

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DR Congo Police Disperse Protests over Proposed Constitutional Changes

Belgian Court Sends Semlex, 13 others to Trial Over Congo Passport Deal

Tshisekedi Calls National Dialogue as DRC Third-Term Debate Intensifies

DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes Deadliest in Country’s History as Death Toll Hits 2,325

U.S. Boosts Ebola Response Funding in DR Congo as Outbreak Becomes Second Largest on Record

DR Congo Announces Temporary Reception System for Migrants Under U.S. Framework

Trump Sanctions Rwanda Military Over DR Congo Conflict

U.S. Sanctions Rwanda’s Military, Senior Officers Over Alleged Support for M23

DR Congo Strikes M23 Rebels in Key Mining Areas

U.S. Moves to Cement Congo – Rwanda Peace as Leaders Head to Washington

Amnesty International Accuses M23 Rebels Of War Crimes In DR Congo

Torrential Rain Trigger Deadly Flooding In DR Congo, Killing Over 100

Democratic Republic Of Congo: Contradictions, Agony And Implications For Pan Africanism

DR Congo: Election Irregularities Cast Shadow On Tshisekedi’s Victory As Opposition Calls For Annulment

U-20 AFCON: CAF Appoints DR Congo’s Referee For Nigeria Versus Madagascar Clash

DR Congo Gives Rwanda’s Ambassador 48 Hours To Leave As Tension Escalates

US Urges DR Congo To Withdraw Oil Blocks Put Up For Auction

BREAKING: Ebola Returns To DR Congo

FIFA U-17 WC Qualifier: Nigeria’s Flamingos Ready For DR Congo

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