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DR Congo may impose curbs on cobalt exports when existing ban ends
The government agency regulating strategic minerals said while global stockpiles had been reduced, they were not yet exhausted.
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DR Congo: Kabila's party says resuming work in defiance of ban
Kinshasa has accused Kabila, in self-imposed exile since 2023, of supporting an armed rebellion in the country's east
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In Congo, supporters of Cardinal Ambongo hope he will become pope
As the papal conclave enters its second day, catholic faithful in DR Congo are cheering for Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo, the archibishop of Kinshasa
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In the DRC, Virunga National Park marks 100 years of conservation and struggle
Virunga National Park faces illegal exploitation and attacks by armed groups.
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DRC: Huge rally for peace in Butembo
The march organized by civil society groups came as Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu marked three months under rebel rule
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U.S. Secretary Rubio oversees Congo-Rwanda deal to ease mineral conflict
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday oversaw the signing by Congo and Rwanda of a pledge to work toward a peace deal that would ease U.S. access to critical minerals in resource-rich eastern Congo, bringing U.S. influence to bear in...
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Paris concert shines light on Congo's 'silent' war
Over 20,000 people gathered at the Accor Arena for Solidarité Congo, a charity concert supporting children affected by war in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
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Kinshasa reacts to Trump's claim that 'many' Congolese come to US
Residents of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s capital, Kinshasa reacted to comments made by US President Donald Trump about foreign migrants last week.
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Congo suspends Kabila's political party over rebel 'ties'
Separately, the justice ministry said that a prosecutor had started legal action against Kabila for his ties with M23, the rebel group that Kinshasa says is backed by Rwanda
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Rwanda agrees to give safe passage to SADC forces leaving the DRC
Rwanda has agreed to give safe passage to Southern African Development Community forces. This was confirmed by the Rwandan Minister for Foreign Affairs Olivier Nduhungirehe who confirmed this was at the request of SADC who requested to...
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Trump sparks backlash after remarking about Congo
The remark, particularly the phrase “I don’t know what that is,” referring to Congo—a nation of over 100 million people and one of Africa’s largest countries—has triggered widespread backlash online. Critics accused Trump of ignorance...
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U.S. calls on Rwanda to withdraw troops from eastern DRC and end support for M23 rebels
As regional and global actors intensify efforts for a political resolution, Washington has made it clear: ending foreign interference and armed group support is a non-negotiable step toward peace.
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At least 50 dead in violent attacks in eastern DRC
52 people have died over the weekend in a renewed outbreak of violence in eastern DRC, where government forces and Rwandan-backed rebels have been fighting since early January.
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U.N reports thousands of children raped in Eastern Congo
Thousands of children have been subjected to rape and sexual violence in conflict-battered eastern Congo over the course of two months, the U.N. children's agency said Friday, warning that existing funding gaps meant that hundreds of...
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Art meets activism in Congo with ‘The Herds’ performance
The Herds project launched in Congo to highlight the climate crisis
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Have Belgian troops been deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Belgium has denied claims that it has sent troops to engage rebels in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, amid a diplomatic spat between Belgium and Rwanda.
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U.S. charges Americans convicted of coup attempt in Congo
The charges against the four men followed their repatriation to the U.S. on Tuesday. Prosecutors say the goal of the plot was to establish a new government known as New Zaire and install Christian Malanga, an apposition activist as its...
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Kabila plans return to DR Congo amid growing crisis
On April 8th, former Congolese President Joseph Kabila broke his silence after several years, announcing his imminent return to the Democratic Republic of Congo
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Congo rebels in Bukavu suspend civil services & marriages
Rebels have halted municipal operations in the eastern DRC city of Bukavu, disrupting civil marriages, thereby leaving many couples in limbo.
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Kinshasa flooding: Hundreds of homes and buildings damaged
Rising number of fatalities caused by landslides and flash floods in eastern Congo Authorities reported that many more people were still missing after severe rains wrecked structures, killing more than 200. Dozens of survivors are being...
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Dozens dead, homes destroyed in flooding in the DR Congo capital
Torrential rain caused the Ndjili River, which cuts through the city, to overflow its banks on Friday night.
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Kinshasa flooding: Flooding hampers access to drinking water, 16 communes affected
Rising number of fatalities caused by landslides and flash floods in eastern Congo Authorities reported that many more people were still missing after severe rains wrecked structures, killing more than 200. Dozens of survivors are being...
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UN reports: Nigeria has highest number of maternal deaths
The UN has released its “Trends in Maternal Mortality 2000–2023” report, revealing deeply concerning data on maternal deaths worldwide. Nigeria tops the list, while India recorded an average of 52 maternal deaths daily. Countries like DR...
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Congo flooding: Authorities race against time to speed up rescue efforts
Rising number of fatalities caused by landslides and flash floods in eastern Congo Authorities reported that many more people were still missing after severe rains wrecked structures, killing more than 200. Dozens of survivors are being...